Busill Jones Primary School
82%
Capacity
258
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Busill Jones Primary School
Busill Jones Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Walsall community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 258 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Busill Jones Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Bayliss, it falls under Walsall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 37% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12856th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 55th out of 58 in Walsall.
Busill Jones Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 33 applications for 24 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 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 Busill Jones Primary School include ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Science Club, Drama, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Walsall, Busill Jones 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ashley Road, Walsall, Walsall, WS3 2QF |
| Headteacher | Nicola Bayliss |
| Local Authority | Walsall |
| Number of Pupils | 258 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.2% |
| School Capacity | 258 / 315 (82% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (37%)
12856th of 13,686
Nationally
1316th of 1,378
In West Midlands
55th of 58
In Walsall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
37%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
33%
'23/24
37%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
33
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (73% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ashley Road, Walsall
Walsall, WS3 2QF
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