Pelsall Village School
84%
Capacity
278
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Pelsall Village School
Pelsall Village School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Walsall community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 278 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 330 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Pelsall Village School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Glyn Bagley, it falls under Walsall 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 11621st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 52nd out of 58 in Walsall.
Pelsall Village School is a popular choice with families — it received 58 applications for 27 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Pelsall Village School include Library, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Football, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Science Club, Drama, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Walsall, Pelsall Village 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 Town Lane, Walsall, Walsall, WS3 4NJ |
| Headteacher | Glyn Bagley |
| Local Authority | Walsall |
| Number of Pupils | 278 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.2% |
| School Capacity | 278 / 330 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (46%)
11621st of 13,686
Nationally
1211th of 1,378
In West Midlands
52nd of 58
In Walsall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
46%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
49%
'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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
58
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Old Town Lane, Walsall
Walsall, WS3 4NJ
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