Ryders Hayes School
91%
Capacity
457
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Ryders Hayes School
Ryders Hayes School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Walsall community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 457 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 504 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ryders Hayes School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jaz Paul, it falls under Walsall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10227th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 58 in Walsall.
Ryders Hayes School is a popular choice with families — it received 81 applications for 59 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 58 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ryders Hayes School include Dining Hall, Library, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Tennis, Dance, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Eco Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Walsall, Ryders Hayes 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 | Gilpin Crescent, Walsall, Walsall, WS3 4HX |
| Headteacher | Jaz Paul |
| Local Authority | Walsall |
| Number of Pupils | 457 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.1% |
| School Capacity | 457 / 504 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10227th of 13,686
Nationally
1060th of 1,378
In West Midlands
42nd of 58
In Walsall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
52%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed59
81
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
58 families put this school as their 1st choice (72% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Gilpin Crescent, Walsall
Walsall, WS3 4HX
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