Chuckery Primary School
95%
Capacity
455
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Chuckery Primary School
Chuckery 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 455 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 479 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Chuckery Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher James Pearce, it falls under Walsall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 51% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10473rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 58 in Walsall.
Chuckery Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 40 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Chuckery Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Forest School, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cross Country, Cricket, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Book Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Walsall, Chuckery 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 | Lincoln Road, Walsall, Walsall, WS1 2DZ |
| Headteacher | James Pearce |
| Local Authority | Walsall |
| Number of Pupils | 455 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.4% |
| School Capacity | 455 / 479 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Sept 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Apr 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (51%)
10473rd of 13,686
Nationally
1085th of 1,378
In West Midlands
46th of 58
In Walsall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
51%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
51%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
56
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lincoln Road, Walsall
Walsall, WS1 2DZ
Journey to School
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