Walsall Wood School
111%
Capacity
234
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Walsall Wood School
Walsall Wood School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Walsall community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 234 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (111% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Walsall Wood School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Daniel Fowlie, it falls under Walsall local authority.
Walsall Wood School is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 30 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Walsall Wood School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Football, Dance, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Science Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Walsall, Walsall Wood 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 | Brownhills Road, Walsall, Walsall, WS8 7BP |
| Headteacher | Daniel Fowlie |
| Local Authority | Walsall |
| Number of Pupils | 234 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.5% |
| School Capacity | 234 / 210 (111% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
61
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Brownhills Road, Walsall
Walsall, WS8 7BP
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