Goldthorn Park Primary School
103%
Capacity
434
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Goldthorn Park Primary School
Goldthorn Park 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 434 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Goldthorn Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Purshouse, it falls under Wolverhampton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2639th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 60 in Wolverhampton.
Goldthorn Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 80 applications for 34 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Goldthorn Park Primary School include Library, Sensory Room, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Athletics, Swimming, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Choir, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wolverhampton, Goldthorn Park 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 | Ward Road, Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton, WV4 5ET |
| Headteacher | Rachel Purshouse |
| Local Authority | Wolverhampton |
| Number of Pupils | 434 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.5% |
| School Capacity | 434 / 420 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2639th of 13,686
Nationally
258th of 1,378
In West Midlands
12th of 60
In Wolverhampton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
75%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed34
80
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ward Road, Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton, WV4 5ET
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