Dunstall Hill Primary School
113%
Capacity
476
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Dunstall Hill Primary School
Dunstall Hill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wolverhampton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 476 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (113% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Dunstall Hill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Reena Chander (Headteacher), it falls under Wolverhampton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8385th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 60 in Wolverhampton.
Dunstall Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 110 applications for 60 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 61 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dunstall Hill Primary School include Library, Forest School, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Football, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 59.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wolverhampton, Dunstall Hill 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 | Dunstall Avenue, Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton, WV6 0NH |
| Headteacher | Reena Chander (Headteacher) |
| Local Authority | Wolverhampton |
| Number of Pupils | 476 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 59.5% |
| School Capacity | 476 / 420 (113% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 May 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8385th of 13,686
Nationally
835th of 1,378
In West Midlands
39th of 60
In Wolverhampton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
58%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
110
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
61 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Dunstall Avenue, Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton, WV6 0NH
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