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Woods Bank Academy Catchment Area

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

Woods Bank Academy is a academy converter primary school in Wednesbury, Walsall , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 345 pupils, and a capacity of 341 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

345

Pupils

341

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Woods Bank Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Woods Bank Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Walsall. 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: 345 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 341 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 Walsall 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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Woods Bank Academy — School Information

Full address
Rough Hay Road, Darlaston, Wednesbury, WS10 8NQ
Local authority
Walsall
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
62.9% of pupils
DfE URN
139305

Other Primary Schools in Wednesbury

If Woods Bank Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Wednesbury are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Woods Bank Academy

Is Woods Bank Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Woods Bank Academy currently has 345 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 341 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Woods Bank Academy?

Admission to Woods Bank Academy is managed by Walsall. 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 Woods Bank Academy cover?

Woods Bank Academy is a primary school in Wednesbury, Walsall, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Woods Bank Academy?

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