Ashwood Park Primary School
75%
Capacity
312
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Ashwood Park Primary School
Ashwood Park Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dudley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 312 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ashwood Park Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Keith Butler, it falls under Dudley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10784th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 51st out of 69 in Dudley.
Ashwood Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 29 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ashwood Park Primary School include ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Library, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dudley, Ashwood Park Primary School is one of the options available in the West Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Bells Lane, Stourbridge, Dudley, DY8 5DJ |
| Headteacher | Keith Butler |
| Local Authority | Dudley |
| Number of Pupils | 312 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.5% |
| School Capacity | 312 / 417 (75% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10784th of 13,686
Nationally
1120th of 1,378
In West Midlands
51st of 69
In Dudley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
34%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
60
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bells Lane, Stourbridge
Dudley, DY8 5DJ
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