Blackwell First School
93%
Capacity
171
Pupils
4.1x
Demand
About Blackwell First School
Blackwell First School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bromsgrove community, welcoming children from age 2 to 9. The school has 171 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 184 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Blackwell First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Anna Moss, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
Blackwell First School is a popular choice with families — it received 118 applications for 29 places, making it 4.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Blackwell First School include Library, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Swimming, Cricket, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 1.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bromsgrove, Blackwell First 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 | 2 to 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | St Catherine's Road, Bromsgrove, Bromsgrove, B60 1BN |
| Headteacher | Anna Moss |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 171 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 1.2% |
| School Capacity | 171 / 184 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
118
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
St Catherine's Road, Bromsgrove
Bromsgrove, B60 1BN
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