The Priory Primary School
99%
Capacity
445
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About The Priory Primary School
The Priory Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sandwell community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 445 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Priory Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Phillip Butcher, it falls under Sandwell local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5823rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 83 in Sandwell.
The Priory Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 65 applications for 46 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 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 The Priory Primary School include Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Cross Country, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Eco Club, Gardening and 2 more.
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 Sandwell, The Priory 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Dorsett Road, Wednesbury, Sandwell, WS10 0JG |
| Headteacher | Phillip Butcher |
| Local Authority | Sandwell |
| Number of Pupils | 445 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.6% |
| School Capacity | 445 / 450 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Oct 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5823rd of 13,686
Nationally
568th of 1,378
In West Midlands
29th of 83
In Sandwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
66%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed46
65
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (68% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Dorsett Road, Wednesbury
Sandwell, WS10 0JG
Journey to School
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