Church of the Ascension CofE Primary School

URN: 103835 • Kingswinford DY6 9AH

Overview

Name
Church of the Ascension CofE Primary School
URN
103835
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Stephen Hudson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
New Street, Kingswinford DY6 9AH

Summary

Church of the Ascension CofE Primary School is a voluntary controlled school located in Kingswinford, Dudley, with a current enrolment of 310 pupils and a capacity of 315. The school promotes an inclusive Christian ethos, encouraging students to "Learn with Love, Flourish in Faith." The core values of thankfulness, generosity, respect, forgiveness, honesty, and perseverance are integral to the school's mission, aiming to foster a caring and respectful community where children can thrive spiritually, socially, and academically.

The curriculum at Church of the Ascension is designed to inspire lifelong learning and support the development of resilience, independence, and aspiration among students. The school offers a wide range of extracurricular activities to nurture various talents and interests, ensuring a holistic approach to education. Opportunities for student participation in decision-making, such as the School Council and Wellbeing Ambassadors, further enhance their personal growth and responsibility.

Church of the Ascension is deeply rooted in its local community, maintaining strong ties with the Parish. Regular church visits and celebrations help students feel connected to their faith and community, reinforcing the school's commitment to developing thoughtful and responsible citizens.

Key details

LA
Dudley
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
315
Pupils
310
Boys
151
Girls
159
FSM %
5.20
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
2022-10-31
Last Ofsted
2021-11-04
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 310 151 159 315 5.20
2024-09-11 310 151 159 315 5.20
2023-09-11 310 151 159 315 5.20
2022-09-11 310 151 159 315 5.20
2021-09-11 294 144 150 315 5.80
2020-09-11 297 150 147 315 2.70

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