Brickhouse Primary School
90%
Capacity
213
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Brickhouse Primary School
Brickhouse 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 213 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Brickhouse Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Newby, it falls under Sandwell local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12432nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 77th out of 83 in Sandwell.
Brickhouse Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 24 applications for 17 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Brickhouse Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Athletics, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Film Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sandwell, Brickhouse 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 | Dudhill Road, Rowley Regis, Sandwell, B65 8HS |
| Headteacher | Paul Newby |
| Local Authority | Sandwell |
| Number of Pupils | 213 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.5% |
| School Capacity | 213 / 236 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Feb 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12432nd of 13,686
Nationally
1284th of 1,378
In West Midlands
77th of 83
In Sandwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
37%
'23/24
40%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
24
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Dudhill Road, Rowley Regis
Sandwell, B65 8HS
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