Cradley CofE Primary School
100%
Capacity
211
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Cradley CofE Primary School
Cradley CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Dudley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 211 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
the school is led by headteacher Claire Warford, it falls under Dudley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4288th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 69 in Dudley.
Cradley CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 100 applications for 30 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cradley CofE Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Sports Hall, Forest School, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Coding, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dudley, Cradley CofE 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Road, Halesowen, Dudley, B63 2UL |
| Headteacher | Claire Warford |
| Local Authority | Dudley |
| Number of Pupils | 211 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.0% |
| School Capacity | 211 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4288th of 13,686
Nationally
420th of 1,378
In West Midlands
15th of 69
In Dudley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
74%
'23/24
70%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
100
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
42 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cradley CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Church Road, Halesowen
Dudley, B63 2UL
Journey to School
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