Woodside Primary School and Nursery
118%
Capacity
496
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Woodside Primary School and Nursery
Woodside Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dudley community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 496 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (118% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Woodside Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Green, it falls under Dudley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11662nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 60th out of 69 in Dudley.
Woodside Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 105 applications for 60 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 69 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Woodside Primary School and Nursery include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Football, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Coding, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dudley, Woodside Primary School and Nursery 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 | Highgate Road, Dudley, Dudley, DY2 0SN |
| Headteacher | Sarah Green |
| Local Authority | Dudley |
| Number of Pupils | 496 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.4% |
| School Capacity | 496 / 420 (118% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11662nd of 13,686
Nationally
1217th of 1,378
In West Midlands
60th of 69
In Dudley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
45%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
105
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
69 families put this school as their 1st choice (66% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Woodside Primary School and Nursery
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Contact Information
Highgate Road, Dudley
Dudley, DY2 0SN
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