Moat Farm Infant School
116%
Capacity
416
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Moat Farm Infant School
Moat Farm Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sandwell community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 416 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (116% of 360 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Moat Farm Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Deborah Walker, it falls under Sandwell local authority.
Moat Farm Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 172 applications for 104 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 95 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Moat Farm Infant School include ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Football, Tennis, as well as clubs including Art Club, Book Club, Coding, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sandwell, Moat Farm Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Brookfields Road, Oldbury, Sandwell, B68 9QR |
| Headteacher | Deborah Walker |
| Local Authority | Sandwell |
| Number of Pupils | 416 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.4% |
| School Capacity | 416 / 360 (116% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Feb 2019Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Feb 2019): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Nov 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed104
172
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
95 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Brookfields Road, Oldbury
Sandwell, B68 9QR
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