Bramford Primary School
114%
Capacity
477
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Bramford Primary School
Bramford Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dudley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 477 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (114% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bramford Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Guest, it falls under Dudley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2649th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 69 in Dudley.
Bramford Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 124 applications for 60 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 69 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bramford Primary School include Forest School, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Football, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Chess, Choir, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dudley, Bramford 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Chad Road, Bilston, Dudley, WV14 9TU |
| Headteacher | Lisa Guest |
| Local Authority | Dudley |
| Number of Pupils | 477 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.1% |
| School Capacity | 477 / 420 (114% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Jul 2024): School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Feb 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2649th of 13,686
Nationally
262nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
9th of 69
In Dudley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
75%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
124
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
69 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Chad Road, Bilston
Dudley, WV14 9TU
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