Highfields Primary School
100%
Capacity
419
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Highfields Primary School
Highfields Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sandwell community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 419 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Highfields Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Garratt, it falls under Sandwell local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11206th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 71st out of 83 in Sandwell.
Highfields Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 41 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
Highfields Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 6 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Highfields Primary School include Gymnasium, Art Studios, Library, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Dance, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Chess, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sandwell, Highfields 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Beeches Road, Rowley Regis, Sandwell, B65 0DA |
| Headteacher | Sarah Garratt |
| Local Authority | Sandwell |
| Number of Pupils | 419 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.0% |
| School Capacity | 419 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Apr 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11206th of 13,686
Nationally
1161st of 1,378
In West Midlands
71st of 83
In Sandwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
48%
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
8Facilities 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
76
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Highfields Primary School
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Contact Information
Beeches Road, Rowley Regis
Sandwell, B65 0DA
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