Beechwood Church of England Primary School
62%
Capacity
195
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Beechwood Church of England Primary School
Beechwood Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Dudley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 195 pupils on roll, operating at 62% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Beechwood Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sophie Blick, 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 10669th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 50th out of 69 in Dudley.
Beechwood Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 30 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Beechwood Church of England Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Library, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Netball, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Choir, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dudley, Beechwood Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Beechwood Road, Dudley, Dudley, DY2 7QA |
| Headteacher | Sophie Blick |
| Local Authority | Dudley |
| Number of Pupils | 195 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.8% |
| School Capacity | 195 / 315 (62% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10669th of 13,686
Nationally
1112th of 1,378
In West Midlands
50th 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
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
32%
'23/24
50%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
60
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Beechwood Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Beechwood Road, Dudley
Dudley, DY2 7QA
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