Dudley Wood Primary School
97%
Capacity
446
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Dudley Wood Primary School
Dudley Wood Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dudley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 446 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 460 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Dudley Wood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jenna Greenfield, it falls under Dudley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12407th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 62nd out of 69 in Dudley.
Dudley Wood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 99 applications for 52 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dudley Wood Primary School include Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, ICT Suite, Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Swimming, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Book Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dudley, Dudley Wood 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 | Dudley Wood Road, Dudley Wood Primary School, Dudley Wood Road, Dudley, Dy2 0db, Dudley, Dudley, DY2 0DB |
| Headteacher | Jenna Greenfield |
| Local Authority | Dudley |
| Number of Pupils | 446 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.8% |
| School Capacity | 446 / 460 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12407th of 13,686
Nationally
1279th of 1,378
In West Midlands
62nd of 69
In Dudley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
40%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
99
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
46 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
Dudley Wood Road, Dudley Wood Primary School, Dudley Wood Road, Dudley, Dy2 0db, Dudley
Dudley, DY2 0DB
Dudley Wood Road, Dudley Wood Primary School, Dudley Wood Road, Dudley, Dy2 0db, Dudley
Dudley, DY2 0DB
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