Blue Coat Church of England Aided Junior School

URN: 104230 • Walsall WS1 2LP

Overview

Name
Blue Coat Church of England Aided Junior School
URN
104230
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
55.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Anthony Orlik (since 2025) , Executive Head
Telephone
01922720921
Website
Visit
Address
Springhill Road, Walsall WS1 2LP

Summary

Blue Coat Church of England Aided Junior School, located in Walsall, is a voluntary aided primary school with a mixed-gender population of 358 pupils, close to its capacity of 360. The school is part of the Blue Coat CE Infant and Junior Schools’ Federation, which emphasizes a strong Christian ethos and a commitment to providing quality education. The school aims to foster a supportive environment where children can thrive academically and socially.

The curriculum at Blue Coat is designed to meet the National Curriculum standards, offering a wide range of subjects including English, Maths, Science, and the arts. The school also places a strong emphasis on extracurricular activities, ensuring that pupils have opportunities for personal development outside the classroom. Support for students with special educational needs and those from disadvantaged backgrounds is a priority, with resources allocated to ensure all children can succeed.

Community involvement is a key aspect of the school's ethos, with strong partnerships between parents, staff, and local organisations. The school promotes values of respect and consideration, creating a welcoming atmosphere that encourages a sense of belonging among students and their families.

Key details

LA
Walsall
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
360
Pupils
358
Boys
178
Girls
180
FSM %
50.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-04-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 358 178 180 360 50.30
2024-09-11 362 186 176 360 47.80
2023-09-11 350 188 162 360 39.40
2022-09-11 350 188 162 360 39.40
2021-09-11 353 177 176 360 37.10
2020-09-11 353 170 183 360 27.50

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