St James's CofE Primary School
URN: 103851 • Stourbridge DY8 4RU
Overview
- Name
- St James's CofE Primary School
- URN
- 103851
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Natalie Sefton (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01384818810
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Kingsway, Stourbridge DY8 4RU
Summary
St James's CofE Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Stourbridge, Dudley, with a current enrollment of 398 pupils and a capacity of 420. The school operates with a two-form entry system and is committed to fostering a supportive environment rooted in its Christian ethos. The headteacher, Mrs. N. Sefton, emphasizes the importance of knowing each pupil and their family, creating a welcoming atmosphere where children can thrive.
The school offers a broad and ambitious curriculum designed to equip students with essential skills and values, promoting kindness, respect, responsibility, and perseverance. St James's actively integrates British values into its teaching, encouraging pupils to engage in democratic processes and develop mutual respect for diverse beliefs. Regular assemblies and dedicated sessions help reinforce these principles.
Community involvement is a key aspect of St James's, with strong ties to the local church and various community initiatives. The school values collaboration with parents and guardians, providing opportunities for them to voice concerns and participate in their children's education.
The school offers a broad and ambitious curriculum designed to equip students with essential skills and values, promoting kindness, respect, responsibility, and perseverance. St James's actively integrates British values into its teaching, encouraging pupils to engage in democratic processes and develop mutual respect for diverse beliefs. Regular assemblies and dedicated sessions help reinforce these principles.
Community involvement is a key aspect of St James's, with strong ties to the local church and various community initiatives. The school values collaboration with parents and guardians, providing opportunities for them to voice concerns and participate in their children's education.
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Nearby alternatives
- Hagley Primary School (69.6)
- Oldswinford C of E Primary School (65.9)
- Gig Mill Primary School (65.3)
- Brindley Heath Junior School (63.7)
- Pedmore CE Primary School (63.5)
Key details
- LA
- Dudley
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 398
- Boys
- 203
- Girls
- 195
- FSM %
- 13.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-28
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 398 | 203 | 195 | 420 | 13.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 410 | 208 | 202 | 420 | 13.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 412 | 207 | 205 | 420 | 11.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 412 | 207 | 205 | 420 | 11.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 415 | 199 | 216 | 420 | 12.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 409 | 198 | 211 | 420 | 10.00 |
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