Rufford Primary School

About Rufford Primary School

Rufford Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dudley community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 250 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 270 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Rufford Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Erica Tilley, it falls under Dudley local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6953rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 69 in Dudley.

Rufford Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 30 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Rufford Primary School include Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Library, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Netball, Football, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Dudley, Rufford 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.

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