Watling Street Primary School
113%
Capacity
238
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Watling Street Primary School
Watling Street Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Walsall community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 238 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (113% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Watling Street Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Donna Probert, it falls under Walsall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5173rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 58 in Walsall.
Watling Street Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 30 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
Watling Street Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.7/5 from 1 parents).
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 Watling Street Primary School include Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Library, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Tennis, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Art Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Walsall, Watling Street 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 | Watling Street, Walsall, Walsall, WS8 7LW |
| Headteacher | Donna Probert |
| Local Authority | Walsall |
| Number of Pupils | 238 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.7% |
| School Capacity | 238 / 210 (113% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5173rd of 13,686
Nationally
500th of 1,378
In West Midlands
20th of 58
In Walsall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
67%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
52
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Watling Street Primary School
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Contact Information
Watling Street, Walsall
Walsall, WS8 7LW
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