Lightwoods Primary Academy

URN: 148333 • Oldbury, Sandwell B68 9BG

Overview

Name
Lightwoods Primary Academy
URN
148333
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
SHIRELAND COLLEGIATE ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
71.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
John Ashton (since 2025)
Telephone
01214292542
Website
Visit
Address
Castle Road East, Oldbury, Sandwell B68 9BG

Summary

Lightwoods Primary Academy, located in Oldbury, Sandwell, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 405 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 390. The school is part of the Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust and is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where children can thrive academically and personally. The academy prioritises values such as self-awareness, resilience, and collaboration, aiming to inspire pupils to become independent learners with a lifelong love of learning.

The curriculum at Lightwoods is designed to provide engaging and authentic learning experiences that spark curiosity and promote achievement for all students. The school also offers an outstanding preschool, Tinywoods, which further supports early childhood education. Lightwoods Primary Academy places a strong emphasis on community involvement, encouraging families and carers to engage with the school through various initiatives.

For parents seeking a nurturing educational environment, Lightwoods Primary Academy provides opportunities for children to feel safe, valued, and respected within a vibrant school community. The academy's leadership, led by Associate Principal Mr Ashton, is dedicated to ensuring that every child reaches their full potential.

Key details

LA
Sandwell
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
SHIRELAND COLLEGIATE ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
390
Pupils
405
Boys
218
Girls
187
FSM %
16.00
Open date
2021-06-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-05-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 405 218 187 390 16.00
2024-09-11 413 211 202 390 16.00
2023-09-11 385 183 202 390 11.70
2022-09-11 385 183 202 390 11.70
2021-09-11 360

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