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Birches First School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Birches First School is a academy converter primary school in WOLVERHAMPTON, Staffordshire , serving pupils aged 3–9, with 180 pupils, and a capacity of 150 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–9

Age range

180

Pupils

150

Capacity

120%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Birches First School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Birches First School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Staffordshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 180 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 150 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Staffordshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Birches First School — School Information

Full address
Birches Avenue, Codsall, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV8 2JG
Local authority
Staffordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–9 years
Free school meals
5.6% of pupils
DfE URN
144935

Frequently Asked Questions — Birches First School

Is Birches First School oversubscribed?

Yes — Birches First School currently has 180 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 150 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Birches First School?

Admission to Birches First School is managed by Staffordshire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Birches First School cover?

Birches First School is a primary school in WOLVERHAMPTON, Staffordshire, serving pupils aged 3–9. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Birches First School?

Birches First School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.