Queen Victoria Primary School
76%
Capacity
497
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Queen Victoria Primary School
Queen Victoria Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dudley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 497 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Queen Victoria Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Matthew Priest, it falls under Dudley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8854th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 69 in Dudley.
Queen Victoria Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 38 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 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 Queen Victoria Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Rounders, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Film Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dudley, Queen Victoria 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 | Bilston Street, Dudley, Dudley, DY3 1JB |
| Headteacher | Matthew Priest |
| Local Authority | Dudley |
| Number of Pupils | 497 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.6% |
| School Capacity | 497 / 655 (76% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Dec 2019Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Jan 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8854th of 13,686
Nationally
894th of 1,378
In West Midlands
40th of 69
In Dudley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
1%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
57%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed38
56
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bilston Street, Dudley
Dudley, DY3 1JB
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