Bearwood Primary School
90%
Capacity
446
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Bearwood Primary School
Bearwood Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sandwell community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 446 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 498 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bearwood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Deborah Haywood, it falls under Sandwell local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7673rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 45th out of 83 in Sandwell.
Bearwood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 40 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
Bearwood Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.1/5 from 3 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bearwood Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Forest School, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Gymnastics, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Choir, Drama, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sandwell, Bearwood 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 | Bearwood Road, Smethwick, Sandwell, B66 4HB |
| Headteacher | Deborah Haywood |
| Local Authority | Sandwell |
| Number of Pupils | 446 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.7% |
| School Capacity | 446 / 498 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 May 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 30 Apr 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7673rd of 13,686
Nationally
767th of 1,378
In West Midlands
45th of 83
In Sandwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bearwood Road, Smethwick
Sandwell, B66 4HB
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