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Lightwoods Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Lightwoods Primary Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Oldbury, Sandwell, Sandwell , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 405 pupils, and a capacity of 390 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

405

Pupils

390

Capacity

104%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Lightwoods Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Lightwoods Primary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Sandwell. 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: 405 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 390 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 Sandwell 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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Lightwoods Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Castle Road East, Oldbury, Sandwell, B68 9BG
Local authority
Sandwell
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
16% of pupils
DfE URN
148333

Frequently Asked Questions — Lightwoods Primary Academy

Is Lightwoods Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Lightwoods Primary Academy currently has 405 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 390 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Lightwoods Primary Academy?

Admission to Lightwoods Primary Academy is managed by Sandwell. 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 Lightwoods Primary Academy cover?

Lightwoods Primary Academy is a primary school in Oldbury, Sandwell, Sandwell, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Lightwoods Primary Academy?

Lightwoods Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.