Our Lady and St Kenelm RC School
98%
Capacity
205
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Our Lady and St Kenelm RC School
Our Lady and St Kenelm RC School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Dudley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 205 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Our Lady and St Kenelm RC School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Christine Finnegan, it falls under Dudley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4242nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 69 in Dudley.
Our Lady and St Kenelm RC School is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 28 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Our Lady and St Kenelm RC School include Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Library, Forest School, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Gymnastics, Rounders, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Drama, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dudley, Our Lady and St Kenelm RC 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Bundle Hill, Halesowen, Dudley, B63 4AR |
| Headteacher | Christine Finnegan |
| Local Authority | Dudley |
| Number of Pupils | 205 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.7% |
| School Capacity | 205 / 210 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4242nd of 13,686
Nationally
411th of 1,378
In West Midlands
14th of 69
In Dudley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
70%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
54
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Lady and St Kenelm RC School
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Contact Information
Bundle Hill, Halesowen
Dudley, B63 4AR
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