St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School
58%
Capacity
121
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School
St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Walsall community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 121 pupils on roll, operating at 58% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alex Turner, it falls under Walsall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10882nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 50th out of 58 in Walsall.
St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 14 applications for 5 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 4 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Library, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Coding, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Walsall, St Bernadette's Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Narrow Lane, Walsall, Walsall, WS8 6HX |
| Headteacher | Alex Turner |
| Local Authority | Walsall |
| Number of Pupils | 121 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.3% |
| School Capacity | 121 / 210 (58% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10882nd of 13,686
Nationally
1134th of 1,378
In West Midlands
50th of 58
In Walsall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
50%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed5
14
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
4 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Narrow Lane, Walsall
Walsall, WS8 6HX
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