Northfield Road Primary School
URN: 147155 • Dudley DY2 9ER
Overview
- Name
- Northfield Road Primary School
- URN
- 147155
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- STOUR VALE ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 39.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Gareth Ludlam (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01384818710
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Northfield Road, Dudley DY2 9ER
Summary
Northfield Road Primary School, located in Dudley, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 373 pupils, serving children from Reception to Year 6. The school is part of the Stour Vale Academy Trust, which emphasizes collaborative efforts to enhance educational outcomes. With a capacity of 420, Northfield Road is dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment that supports both academic and personal development.
The school prides itself on its strong ties to the local community, reflecting the rich industrial and cultural heritage of Netherton. Generations of families have attended Northfield Road, fostering a sense of belonging and continuity. The school's ethos focuses on ensuring that every child has the opportunity to learn, play, and grow in a supportive atmosphere.
Northfield Road Primary School is committed to high standards of education, aiming for an attendance target of 96%. The school actively engages with parents through various initiatives, including meetings and newsletters, to keep families informed and involved in their children's education.
The school prides itself on its strong ties to the local community, reflecting the rich industrial and cultural heritage of Netherton. Generations of families have attended Northfield Road, fostering a sense of belonging and continuity. The school's ethos focuses on ensuring that every child has the opportunity to learn, play, and grow in a supportive atmosphere.
Northfield Road Primary School is committed to high standards of education, aiming for an attendance target of 96%. The school actively engages with parents through various initiatives, including meetings and newsletters, to keep families informed and involved in their children's education.
Useful links
- Safeguarding & Wellbeing Newsletter (download)
- W/C 24/03/2025 Newsletter (download)
- 07.03.25 Newsletter (download)
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Nearby alternatives
- Blowers Green Primary School (66.5)
- Cotwall End Primary School (65.8)
- Milking Bank Primary School (65.7)
- Sledmere Primary School (65.1)
- St Joseph's Catholic Primary School (65.1)
Key details
- LA
- Dudley
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- STOUR VALE ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 373
- Boys
- 183
- Girls
- 190
- FSM %
- 40.20
- Open date
- 2019-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 373 | 183 | 190 | 420 | 40.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 396 | 200 | 196 | 420 | 43.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 394 | 184 | 210 | 420 | 43.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 394 | 184 | 210 | 420 | 43.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 400 | 182 | 218 | 420 | 38.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 397 | 182 | 215 | 420 | 31.00 |
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