Caslon Primary Community School
121%
Capacity
268
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Caslon Primary Community School
Caslon Primary Community School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dudley community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 268 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (121% of 222 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Caslon Primary Community School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Lynnette Holden-Gough, it falls under Dudley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5359th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 69 in Dudley.
Caslon Primary Community School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 26 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
Caslon Primary Community School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.2/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 69% recommending the school (16 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Caslon Primary Community School include Library, Dining Hall, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Tennis, Dance, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Eco Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dudley, Caslon Primary Community 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 | Beeches View Avenue, Halesowen, Dudley, B63 2ES |
| Headteacher | Lynnette Holden-Gough |
| Local Authority | Dudley |
| Number of Pupils | 268 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.1% |
| School Capacity | 268 / 222 (121% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5359th of 13,686
Nationally
517th of 1,378
In West Midlands
24th of 69
In Dudley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
16 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
45
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Caslon Primary Community School
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Contact Information
Beeches View Avenue, Halesowen
Dudley, B63 2ES
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