Withymoor Primary School
108%
Capacity
454
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Withymoor Primary School
Withymoor Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dudley community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 454 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Withymoor Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Executive headteacher Mr Kelvin Daley, Head of School - Mrs Laura Smith, it falls under Dudley local authority.
Withymoor Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 126 applications for 57 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Withymoor Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Library, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Cross Country, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Chess, Film Club, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dudley, Withymoor 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 | Gayfield Avenue, Brierley Hill, Dudley, DY5 2BH |
| Headteacher | Executive headteacher Mr Kelvin Daley, Head of School - Mrs Laura Smith |
| Local Authority | Dudley |
| Number of Pupils | 454 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.4% |
| School Capacity | 454 / 420 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Dec 2018Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Dec 2018): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 9 May 2014. 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed57
126
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
55 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Gayfield Avenue, Brierley Hill
Dudley, DY5 2BH
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