Lower Farm Primary School
96%
Capacity
464
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Lower Farm Primary School
Lower Farm Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Walsall community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 464 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 482 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Lower Farm Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Rawlins, it falls under Walsall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7559th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 58 in Walsall.
Lower Farm Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 48 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
Lower Farm Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.9/5 from 5 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lower Farm Primary School include Forest School, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Rounders, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Drama, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Walsall, Lower Farm 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 | Bakewell Close, Walsall, Walsall, WS3 3QH |
| Headteacher | Sarah Rawlins |
| Local Authority | Walsall |
| Number of Pupils | 464 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.1% |
| School Capacity | 464 / 482 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Apr 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jan 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7559th of 13,686
Nationally
753rd of 1,378
In West Midlands
29th of 58
In Walsall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
61%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed48
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bakewell Close, Walsall
Walsall, WS3 3QH
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