Newfield Park Primary Academy
94%
Capacity
463
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Newfield Park Primary Academy
Newfield Park Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dudley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 463 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 490 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Newfield Park Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stephen Payne, it falls under Dudley local authority.
Newfield Park Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 116 applications for 60 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 66 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Newfield Park Primary Academy include Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Tennis, Cricket, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dudley, Newfield Park Primary Academy 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 | Whittingham Road, Halesowen, Dudley, B63 3TP |
| Headteacher | Stephen Payne |
| Local Authority | Dudley |
| Number of Pupils | 463 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.5% |
| School Capacity | 463 / 490 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Dec 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Dec 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jan 2017. 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
116
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
66 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Whittingham Road, Halesowen
Dudley, B63 3TP
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