Oakhill Primary School
57%
Capacity
119
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Oakhill Primary School
Oakhill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tamworth community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 119 pupils on roll, operating at 57% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Oakhill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Gripton, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10862nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 21 in Tamworth.
Oakhill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 33 applications for 25 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oakhill Primary School include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Library, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Rounders, Athletics, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tamworth, Oakhill 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hawksworth, Tamworth, Tamworth, B77 2HH |
| Headteacher | Nicola Gripton |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 119 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.7% |
| School Capacity | 119 / 210 (57% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 May 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10862nd of 13,686
Nationally
1129th of 1,378
In West Midlands
14th of 21
In Tamworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
50%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
33
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (73% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hawksworth, Tamworth
Tamworth, B77 2HH
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