Kates Hill Primary School
87%
Capacity
434
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Kates Hill Primary School
Kates Hill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dudley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 434 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 498 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Kates Hill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Woodhouse, it falls under Dudley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10151st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 45th out of 69 in Dudley.
Kates Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 86 applications for 49 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kates Hill Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Swimming, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Eco Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dudley, Kates Hill 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 | Peel Street, Dudley, Dudley, DY2 7HP |
| Headteacher | Louise Woodhouse |
| Local Authority | Dudley |
| Number of Pupils | 434 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.7% |
| School Capacity | 434 / 498 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Mar 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 4 Jun 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10151st of 13,686
Nationally
1049th of 1,378
In West Midlands
45th of 69
In Dudley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
52%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed49
86
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Peel Street, Dudley
Dudley, DY2 7HP
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