Leighswood School

URN: 131433 • Walsall WS9 8HZ

Overview

Name
Leighswood School
URN
131433
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
James Pearce (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01922743621
Website
Visit
Address
Broadmeadow, Walsall WS9 8HZ

Summary

Leighswood School is a mixed community primary school located in Walsall, accommodating 475 pupils with a capacity of 525. The school aims to foster a supportive learning environment, promoting a strong sense of community and inclusivity. With 30.40% of students eligible for free school meals, Leighswood is committed to addressing the diverse needs of its student body.

The school’s curriculum is designed to provide a well-rounded education, focusing on both academic achievement and personal development. Leighswood emphasizes the importance of British values and offers various programs to support students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The school also provides before and after school care, ensuring that families have access to flexible childcare options.

Leighswood School actively engages with the local community, encouraging parental involvement and collaboration. The school’s website offers resources and information for new students and their families, making the transition into different year groups as smooth as possible. For more details, parents can visit the school’s official website at www.leighswood.walsall.sch.uk.

Key details

LA
Walsall
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
525
Pupils
475
Boys
246
Girls
229
FSM %
30.40
Open date
1998-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-07-04
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 475 246 229 525 30.40
2024-09-11 511 274 237 525 30.90
2023-09-11 562 302 260 525 31.70
2022-09-11 562 302 260 525 31.70
2021-09-11 566 310 256 525 28.00
2020-09-11 609 331 278 610 24.90

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