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Blackwell First School Catchment Area

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

Blackwell First School is a academy converter primary school in Bromsgrove, Worcestershire , serving pupils aged 2–9, with 171 pupils, and a capacity of 184 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

2–9

Age range

171

Pupils

184

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Blackwell First School Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 93% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Worcestershire 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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Blackwell First School — School Information

Full address
St Catherine's Road, Blackwell, Bromsgrove, B60 1BN
Local authority
Worcestershire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–9 years
Free school meals
1.2% of pupils
DfE URN
150677

Other Primary Schools in Bromsgrove

If Blackwell First School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Bromsgrove are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Blackwell First School

Is Blackwell First School oversubscribed?

Blackwell First School is operating close to its capacity of 184 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Blackwell First School?

Admission to Blackwell First School is managed by Worcestershire. 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 Blackwell First School cover?

Blackwell First School is a primary school in Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, serving pupils aged 2–9. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Blackwell First School?

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