Glebefields Primary School
80%
Capacity
386
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Glebefields Primary School
Glebefields Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sandwell community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 386 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Glebefields Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katie Jenks, it falls under Sandwell local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6848th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 83 in Sandwell.
Glebefields Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 41 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
Glebefields Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.4/5 from 3 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 56% recommending the school (48 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Glebefields Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Dance, Tennis, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Choir, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 60.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sandwell, Glebefields 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 | Sandgate Road, Tipton, Sandwell, DY4 0SX |
| Headteacher | Katie Jenks |
| Local Authority | Sandwell |
| Number of Pupils | 386 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 60.3% |
| School Capacity | 386 / 480 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6848th of 13,686
Nationally
667th of 1,378
In West Midlands
36th of 83
In Sandwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
48 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed41
60
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (68% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Glebefields Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Sandgate Road, Tipton
Sandwell, DY4 0SX
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