Dodford First School
89%
Capacity
67
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Dodford First School
Dodford First School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bromsgrove community, welcoming children from age 5 to 9. The school has 67 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 75 places).
Ofsted has rated Dodford First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jennifer Wakelam, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
Dodford First School is a popular choice with families — it received 24 applications for 7 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 5 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dodford First School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Rounders, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Chess, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bromsgrove, Dodford First 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 | 5 to 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Fockbury Road, Bromsgrove, Bromsgrove, B61 9AW |
| Headteacher | Jennifer Wakelam |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 67 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.5% |
| School Capacity | 67 / 75 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed7
24
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
5 families put this school as their 1st choice (21% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Fockbury Road, Bromsgrove
Bromsgrove, B61 9AW
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