West Hill Primary School
88%
Capacity
371
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About West Hill Primary School
West Hill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cannock Chase community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 371 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated West Hill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kelly Bracebridge, it falls under Staffordshire 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 5558th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 23 in Cannock Chase.
West Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 96 applications for 60 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at West Hill Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Forest School, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Gymnastics, Football, Rounders, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Science Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cannock Chase, West Hill 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | High Mount Street, Cannock, Cannock Chase, WS12 4BH |
| Headteacher | Kelly Bracebridge |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 371 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.9% |
| School Capacity | 371 / 420 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5558th of 13,686
Nationally
537th of 1,378
In West Midlands
9th of 23
In Cannock Chase
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
96
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
52 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
High Mount Street, Cannock
Cannock Chase, WS12 4BH
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