Woden Primary School
110%
Capacity
462
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Woden Primary School
Woden Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wolverhampton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 462 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Woden Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sara Walmsley, it falls under Wolverhampton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 46% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11596th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 55th out of 60 in Wolverhampton.
Woden Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 127 applications for 60 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Woden Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Tennis, Rounders, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Eco Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 55.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wolverhampton, Woden 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 | Springfield Road, Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton, WV10 0LH |
| Headteacher | Sara Walmsley |
| Local Authority | Wolverhampton |
| Number of Pupils | 462 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 55.5% |
| School Capacity | 462 / 420 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (46%)
11596th of 13,686
Nationally
1206th of 1,378
In West Midlands
55th of 60
In Wolverhampton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
46%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
46%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
127
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
53 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Springfield Road, Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton, WV10 0LH
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