Great Bridge Primary School
92%
Capacity
459
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Great Bridge Primary School
Great Bridge 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 459 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 500 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Great Bridge Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Hale, it falls under Sandwell local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7762nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 47th out of 83 in Sandwell.
Great Bridge Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 54 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 54 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Great Bridge Primary School include Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Cricket, Dance, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Choir, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sandwell, Great Bridge 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 | Mount Street, Great Bridge Junior & Infant School, Tipton, Sandwell, DY4 7DE |
| Headteacher | Helen Hale |
| Local Authority | Sandwell |
| Number of Pupils | 459 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.7% |
| School Capacity | 459 / 500 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 May 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 27 Feb 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7762nd of 13,686
Nationally
777th of 1,378
In West Midlands
47th of 83
In Sandwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
79
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
54 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.
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Contact Information
Mount Street, Great Bridge Junior & Infant School, Tipton
Sandwell, DY4 7DE
Mount Street, Great Bridge Junior & Infant School, Tipton
Sandwell, DY4 7DE
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