Bilston Church of England Primary School
101%
Capacity
460
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Bilston Church of England Primary School
Bilston Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wolverhampton community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 460 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 454 places).
Ofsted has rated Bilston Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gary Gentle, it falls under Wolverhampton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11850th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 57th out of 60 in Wolverhampton.
Bilston Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 126 applications for 59 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 76 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bilston Church of England Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Forest School, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Tennis, Football, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Eco Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 51.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wolverhampton, Bilston 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Albany Crescent, Bilston, Wolverhampton, WV14 0HU |
| Headteacher | Gary Gentle |
| Local Authority | Wolverhampton |
| Number of Pupils | 460 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 51.1% |
| School Capacity | 460 / 454 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jun 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11850th of 13,686
Nationally
1231st of 1,378
In West Midlands
57th of 60
In Wolverhampton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
44%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
126
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
76 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bilston Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Albany Crescent, Bilston
Wolverhampton, WV14 0HU
Albany Crescent, Bilston
Wolverhampton, WV14 0HU
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