Hawbush Primary School
93%
Capacity
231
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Hawbush Primary School
Hawbush 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 231 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 248 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hawbush Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Gemma Anderson, it falls under Dudley local authority.
Hawbush Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 20 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 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 Hawbush Primary School include Music Rooms, Library, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Cross Country, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Film Club, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 55.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dudley, Hawbush 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 | Hawbush Road, Brierley Hill, Dudley, DY5 3NH |
| Headteacher | Gemma Anderson |
| Local Authority | Dudley |
| Number of Pupils | 231 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 55.3% |
| School Capacity | 231 / 248 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Nov 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
36
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hawbush Road, Brierley Hill
Dudley, DY5 3NH
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