Newtown Primary School
100%
Capacity
210
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About Newtown Primary School
Newtown Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sandwell community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 210 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Newtown Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Simone Chesney-Ly, it falls under Sandwell local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9808th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 57th out of 83 in Sandwell.
Newtown Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 21 applications for 18 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 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 Newtown Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Library, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Football, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Choir, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sandwell, Newtown 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 | Anne Close, West Bromwich, Sandwell, B70 0ES |
| Headteacher | Simone Chesney-Ly |
| Local Authority | Sandwell |
| Number of Pupils | 210 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.9% |
| School Capacity | 210 / 210 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9808th of 13,686
Nationally
1000th of 1,378
In West Midlands
57th of 83
In Sandwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
31%
'23/24
53%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
21
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (81% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Anne Close, West Bromwich
Sandwell, B70 0ES
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