Wilkinson Primary School
117%
Capacity
491
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Wilkinson Primary School
Wilkinson Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wolverhampton community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 491 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (117% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wilkinson Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher H Richards, it falls under Wolverhampton 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 5726th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 60 in Wolverhampton.
Wilkinson Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 97 applications for 59 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wilkinson Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Cricket, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Film Club, Art Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wolverhampton, Wilkinson 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 | Walter Road, Bilston, Wolverhampton, WV14 8UR |
| Headteacher | H Richards |
| Local Authority | Wolverhampton |
| Number of Pupils | 491 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.6% |
| School Capacity | 491 / 420 (117% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Oct 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jun 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5726th of 13,686
Nationally
552nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
26th of 60
In Wolverhampton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
97
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Walter Road, Bilston
Wolverhampton, WV14 8UR
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