William MacGregor Primary School
98%
Capacity
205
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About William MacGregor Primary School
William MacGregor 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 205 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated William MacGregor Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Natalie Jones, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 39% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12634th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 21 in Tamworth.
William MacGregor Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 64 applications for 31 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 William MacGregor Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Dance, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Book Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tamworth, William MacGregor 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 | Glascote Road, Tamworth, Tamworth, B77 2AF |
| Headteacher | Natalie Jones |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 205 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.5% |
| School Capacity | 205 / 210 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 14 Feb 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (39%)
12634th of 13,686
Nationally
1302nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
19th of 21
In Tamworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
39%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
39%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
64
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About William MacGregor Primary School
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Contact Information
Glascote Road, Tamworth
Tamworth, B77 2AF
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