The Woodlands Community Primary School
79%
Capacity
249
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About The Woodlands Community Primary School
The Woodlands Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tamworth community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 249 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity.
Ofsted has rated The Woodlands Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jonathan Baker, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11847th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 21 in Tamworth.
The Woodlands Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 24 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Woodlands Community Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cross Country, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Art Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tamworth, The Woodlands Community 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Canning Road, Tamworth, Tamworth, B77 3JX |
| Headteacher | Jonathan Baker |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 249 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.9% |
| School Capacity | 249 / 315 (79% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Nov 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Nov 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11847th of 13,686
Nationally
1229th of 1,378
In West Midlands
17th of 21
In Tamworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
44%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
61
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Canning Road, Tamworth
Tamworth, B77 3JX
Journey to School
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