Wood End Primary School
89%
Capacity
234
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Wood End Primary School
Wood End 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 234 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 262 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wood End Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sonia Sharma, it falls under Wolverhampton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10038th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 48th out of 60 in Wolverhampton.
Wood End Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 80 applications for 30 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
Wood End Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.2/5 from 12 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 73% recommending the school (33 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wood End Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Swimming, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Chess, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wolverhampton, Wood End 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 | Wood End Road, Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton, WV11 1YQ |
| Headteacher | Sonia Sharma |
| Local Authority | Wolverhampton |
| Number of Pupils | 234 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.2% |
| School Capacity | 234 / 262 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
10038th of 13,686
Nationally
1037th of 1,378
In West Midlands
48th of 60
In Wolverhampton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
53%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
33 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
80
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wood End Primary School
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Contact Information
Wood End Road, Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton, WV11 1YQ
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