Old Park Primary School
111%
Capacity
465
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Old Park Primary School
Old Park 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 465 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (111% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Teresa Boddington, it falls under Sandwell local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7197th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 83 in Sandwell.
Old Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 129 applications for 60 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 72 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 Old Park Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Library, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Football, Dance, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Coding, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sandwell, Old Park 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 | Old Park Road, Wednesbury, Sandwell, WS10 9LX |
| Headteacher | Teresa Boddington |
| Local Authority | Sandwell |
| Number of Pupils | 465 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.6% |
| School Capacity | 465 / 420 (111% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7197th of 13,686
Nationally
711th of 1,378
In West Midlands
39th of 83
In Sandwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
62%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
129
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
72 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Old Park Primary School
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Contact Information
Old Park Road, Wednesbury
Sandwell, WS10 9LX
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