Fibbersley Park Academy
102%
Capacity
645
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Fibbersley Park Academy
Fibbersley Park Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Walsall community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 645 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Fibbersley Park Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kathryn Sugars, it falls under Walsall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9624th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 58 in Walsall.
Fibbersley Park Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 87 applications for 60 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fibbersley Park Academy include Forest School, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Library, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Film Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Walsall, Fibbersley Park Academy 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 | Noose Lane, Willenhall, Walsall, WV13 3BB |
| Headteacher | Kathryn Sugars |
| Local Authority | Walsall |
| Number of Pupils | 645 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.1% |
| School Capacity | 645 / 630 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9624th of 13,686
Nationally
984th of 1,378
In West Midlands
37th of 58
In Walsall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
54%
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
8Facilities 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
87
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (69% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Noose Lane, Willenhall
Walsall, WV13 3BB
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