Woods Bank Academy
101%
Capacity
345
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About Woods Bank Academy
Woods Bank Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Walsall community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 345 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 341 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Woods Bank Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Berkeley, it falls under Walsall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3668th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 58 in Walsall.
Woods Bank Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 43 applications for 36 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Woods Bank Academy include Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Library, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Gymnastics, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 62.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Walsall, Woods Bank Academy 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 | Rough Hay Road, Wednesbury, Walsall, WS10 8NQ |
| Headteacher | Nicola Berkeley |
| Local Authority | Walsall |
| Number of Pupils | 345 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 62.9% |
| School Capacity | 345 / 341 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3668th of 13,686
Nationally
352nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
17th of 58
In Walsall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
72%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed36
43
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
29 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
Rough Hay Road, Wednesbury
Walsall, WS10 8NQ
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