Wrens Nest Primary School
95%
Capacity
521
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Wrens Nest Primary School
Wrens Nest Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dudley community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 521 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 550 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wrens Nest Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Parkes, it falls under Dudley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6575th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 69 in Dudley.
Wrens Nest Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 99 applications for 60 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 63 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wrens Nest Primary School include Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Football, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Science Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 56.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dudley, Wrens Nest 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Marigold Crescent, Dudley, Dudley, DY1 3NX |
| Headteacher | Sarah Parkes |
| Local Authority | Dudley |
| Number of Pupils | 521 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 56.1% |
| School Capacity | 521 / 550 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6575th of 13,686
Nationally
644th of 1,378
In West Midlands
30th of 69
In Dudley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
63%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
99
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
63 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Marigold Crescent, Dudley
Dudley, DY1 3NX
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