Beacon Primary School

URN: 131580 • Walsall WV12 5HA

Overview

Name
Beacon Primary School
URN
131580
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
64.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Claire Chandler (since 2023) , Headteacher
Previous head
Paul Drew Claire Chandler, Headteacher
Telephone
01922710874
Website
Visit
Address
Davis Road, Walsall WV12 5HA

Summary

Beacon Primary School, located in Walsall, is a community school catering to a mixed gender population of 501 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 485. The school has a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals, at 49.3%, reflecting its commitment to serving a diverse community. The school aims to create a safe and supportive environment where children can thrive academically and socially.

The curriculum at Beacon Primary is designed to be rich and broad, encouraging students to achieve their best across various subjects. In addition to academic excellence, the school offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities that promote personal development and resilience. The ethos of the school focuses on nurturing confident, caring, and inquisitive young individuals who are prepared for future challenges.

Under the leadership of Head Teacher Mrs. C. Chandler, Beacon Primary emphasizes collaboration among staff, parents, and governors to foster a positive learning atmosphere. The school values inclusivity and aims to instill a sense of community among its students, making it a welcoming place for all families.

Key details

LA
Walsall
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
485
Pupils
501
Boys
246
Girls
255
FSM %
49.30
Open date
1999-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 501 246 255 485 49.30
2024-09-11 498 247 251 485 48.80
2023-09-11 496 262 234 485 51.50
2022-09-11 496 262 234 485 51.50
2021-09-11 491 265 226 485 50.50
2020-09-11 483 252 231 485 44.40

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