Bushbury Lane Academy
107%
Capacity
225
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Bushbury Lane Academy
Bushbury Lane Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wolverhampton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 225 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Nash, it falls under Wolverhampton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1083rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 60 in Wolverhampton.
Bushbury Lane Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 30 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bushbury Lane Academy include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Library, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Cricket, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 61.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wolverhampton, Bushbury Lane Academy 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 | Ripon Road, Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton, WV10 9TR |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Nash |
| Local Authority | Wolverhampton |
| Number of Pupils | 225 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 61.2% |
| School Capacity | 225 / 210 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
1083rd of 13,686
Nationally
101st of 1,378
In West Midlands
3rd of 60
In Wolverhampton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
83%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
74
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ripon Road, Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton, WV10 9TR
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