Milking Bank Primary School
110%
Capacity
462
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Milking Bank Primary School
Milking Bank 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 462 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Milking Bank Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Karen Brass, it falls under Dudley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3206th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 69 in Dudley.
Milking Bank Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 203 applications for 60 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 83 were first-preference applications.
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 Milking Bank Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Cricket, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Coding, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dudley, Milking Bank 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 | Milking Bank Primary School, Milking Bank, DUDLEY, Dudley, DY1 2SL |
| Headteacher | Karen Brass |
| Local Authority | Dudley |
| Number of Pupils | 462 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.1% |
| School Capacity | 462 / 420 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jun 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3206th of 13,686
Nationally
310th of 1,378
In West Midlands
10th of 69
In Dudley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
73%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
203
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
83 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Milking Bank Primary School, Milking Bank, DUDLEY
Dudley, DY1 2SL
Milking Bank Primary School, Milking Bank, DUDLEY
Dudley, DY1 2SL
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