Blackheath Primary School

About Blackheath Primary School

Blackheath 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 460 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Blackheath Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Matthew Hytch, it falls under Sandwell local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8468th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 51st out of 83 in Sandwell.

Blackheath Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 138 applications for 60 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 86 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Blackheath Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Cricket, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Science Club, Choir.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Sandwell, Blackheath 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.

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