Palmers Cross Primary School

URN: 142684 • Wolverhampton WV6 9DF

Overview

Name
Palmers Cross Primary School
URN
142684
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ELSTON HALL LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Daniel Nicholls (since 2025)
Telephone
01902558322
Website
Visit
Address
Windermere Road, Wolverhampton WV6 9DF

Summary

Palmers Cross Primary School is a mixed academy located in Wolverhampton, serving a diverse student body of 237 pupils. As part of the Elston Hall Learning Trust, the school is committed to providing a broad and balanced curriculum that challenges all learners while fostering a safe and stimulating environment. The school has received a ‘Good’ rating from Ofsted, reflecting its dedication to academic achievement and personal development.

The ethos of Palmers Cross is centred on partnership and achievement, aiming to inspire students to reach their full potential. The school prioritises effective teaching and the development of independent, resilient learners. With a strong focus on inclusion, the curriculum is designed to engage all pupils and promote sustained progress.

Community involvement is highly valued at Palmers Cross, with parents encouraged to participate in their children's education and school life. The dedicated Local Governing Board supports the school in its mission to enhance educational outcomes and ensure a positive learning environment for all students.

Key details

LA
Wolverhampton
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ELSTON HALL LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
231
Pupils
237
Boys
139
Girls
98
FSM %
32.90
Open date
2016-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-02-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 237 139 98 231 32.90
2024-09-11 230 136 94 231 32.60
2023-09-11 239 140 99 231 37.00
2022-09-11 239 140 99 231 37.00
2021-09-11 235 129 106 231 36.00
2020-09-11 246 135 111 231 32.20

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