Rakegate Primary School
97%
Capacity
473
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Rakegate Primary School
Rakegate Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wolverhampton community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 473 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 488 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Rakegate Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Horton, it falls under Wolverhampton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11184th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 52nd out of 60 in Wolverhampton.
Rakegate Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 70 applications for 40 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rakegate Primary School include ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Library, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Cricket, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Eco Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wolverhampton, Rakegate 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 | Rakegate Close, Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton, WV10 6US |
| Headteacher | Sarah Horton |
| Local Authority | Wolverhampton |
| Number of Pupils | 473 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.6% |
| School Capacity | 473 / 488 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (7 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Apr 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11184th of 13,686
Nationally
1158th of 1,378
In West Midlands
52nd of 60
In Wolverhampton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
48%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed40
70
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rakegate Close, Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton, WV10 6US
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