Wollescote Primary School
91%
Capacity
452
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Wollescote Primary School
Wollescote Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dudley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 452 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 498 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wollescote Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lynne Hudson, it falls under Dudley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4873rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 69 in Dudley.
Wollescote Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 73 applications for 50 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wollescote Primary School include Music Rooms, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Forest School, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Football, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Book Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dudley, Wollescote 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 | Drummond Road, Stourbridge, Dudley, DY9 8YA |
| Headteacher | Lynne Hudson |
| Local Authority | Dudley |
| Number of Pupils | 452 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.3% |
| School Capacity | 452 / 498 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4873rd of 13,686
Nationally
475th of 1,378
In West Midlands
21st of 69
In Dudley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
68%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
73
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Drummond Road, Stourbridge
Dudley, DY9 8YA
Journey to School
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