Gig Mill Primary School
95%
Capacity
574
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Gig Mill Primary School
Gig Mill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dudley community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 574 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 607 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Gig Mill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Executive Headteacher - Mrs Joanna Turner, Head of School - Mrs Nicola Powell, it falls under Dudley local authority.
Gig Mill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 108 applications for 47 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Gig Mill Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Forest School, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cricket, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dudley, Gig Mill 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | The Broadway, Stourbridge, Dudley, DY8 3HL |
| Headteacher | Executive Headteacher - Mrs Joanna Turner, Head of School - Mrs Nicola Powell |
| Local Authority | Dudley |
| Number of Pupils | 574 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.1% |
| School Capacity | 574 / 607 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Mar 2020Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: 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
2025/26Oversubscribed47
108
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Broadway, Stourbridge
Dudley, DY8 3HL
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