Sledmere Primary School
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Capacity
615
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Sledmere Primary School
Sledmere Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Dudley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 615 pupils on roll. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sledmere Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emily Redding, it falls under Dudley 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 10281st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 69 in Dudley.
Sledmere Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 87 applications for 52 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
Sledmere Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is below average, with 48% recommending the school (44 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sledmere Primary School include ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Forest School, Sensory Room, Library.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Netball, Cricket, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dudley, Sledmere 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 | None |
| Address | The School Drive, Dudley, Dudley, DY2 8EH |
| Headteacher | Emily Redding |
| Local Authority | Dudley |
| Number of Pupils | 615 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.9% |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Apr 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10281st of 13,686
Nationally
1063rd of 1,378
In West Midlands
46th of 69
In Dudley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
52%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
44 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
87
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sledmere Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
The School Drive, Dudley
Dudley, DY2 8EH
Journey to School
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