Northfield Road Primary School
89%
Capacity
373
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Northfield Road Primary School
Northfield Road Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dudley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 373 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Northfield Road Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Gareth Ludlam, it falls under Dudley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 46% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11570th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 58th out of 69 in Dudley.
Northfield Road Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 89 applications for 50 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 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 Northfield Road Primary School include Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Football, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dudley, Northfield Road 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Northfield Road, Dudley, Dudley, DY2 9ER |
| Headteacher | Gareth Ludlam |
| Local Authority | Dudley |
| Number of Pupils | 373 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.2% |
| School Capacity | 373 / 420 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (46%)
11570th of 13,686
Nationally
1202nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
58th of 69
In Dudley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
46%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
46%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
89
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Northfield Road, Dudley
Dudley, DY2 9ER
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