Cape Primary School
102%
Capacity
549
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Cape Primary School
Cape 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 549 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 540 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Cape Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sally Baker, it falls under Sandwell local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11903rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 75th out of 83 in Sandwell.
Cape Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 65 applications for 31 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
Cape Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.0/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cape Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Rounders, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Art Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sandwell, Cape 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 | Cape Hill, Smethwick, Sandwell, B66 4SH |
| Headteacher | Sally Baker |
| Local Authority | Sandwell |
| Number of Pupils | 549 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.3% |
| School Capacity | 549 / 540 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11903rd of 13,686
Nationally
1235th of 1,378
In West Midlands
75th of 83
In Sandwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
44%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed31
65
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cape Hill, Smethwick
Sandwell, B66 4SH
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