Bleakhouse Primary School
96%
Capacity
430
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Bleakhouse Primary School
Bleakhouse Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sandwell community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 430 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 446 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bleakhouse Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Shioleftou, it falls under Sandwell local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11045th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 69th out of 83 in Sandwell.
Bleakhouse Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 101 applications for 47 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
Bleakhouse Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.2/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bleakhouse Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Rounders, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Eco Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sandwell, Bleakhouse 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Bleakhouse Road, Oldbury, Sandwell, B68 9DS |
| Headteacher | Joanne Shioleftou |
| Local Authority | Sandwell |
| Number of Pupils | 430 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.2% |
| School Capacity | 430 / 446 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
11045th of 13,686
Nationally
1145th of 1,378
In West Midlands
69th of 83
In Sandwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
49%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed47
101
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bleakhouse Road, Oldbury
Sandwell, B68 9DS
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