King Charles Primary School
Wilkes Avenue, Bentley, Walsall, WS2 0JNOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
King Charles Primary School is a primary school in Walsall for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 133 schools in Walsall. It ranks 39th of 50 primary schools in Walsall. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in February 2020.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 11 February 2020, report published 4 March 2020
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 25 March 2025
The school has high expectations of pupils, and they attain well over time. In the early years, children are encouraged to be curious, creative and to explore. Teachers make effective use of the extensive outdoor space to successfully promote children's language and physical development. Pupils of all ages take part in immersive experiences where they can learn by travelling back in time or venturing to different parts of the world. Pupils demonstrate the 'King Charles Way' values, such as resilience and showing kindness while they learn and play. They feel happy, valued and safe. Pupils feel safe because staff care for them. They know that they can talk to an adult if they have any concerns. Most pupils conduct themselves well in lessons and during social times. Staff support the small number of pupils who struggle with their behaviour appropriately. Pupils enjoy taking on a range of leadership responsibilities, such as digital ambassadors, playground buddies and values ambassadors. A wide range of clubs cater well to pupils' interests. Clubs such as multi-sports, sewing and cheerleading are well attended. Parents and carers appreciate the many opportunities to visit the school. These include reading cafés and theme days, where parents can work alongside their children.
What the school should improve
- Some pupils are not provided with enough opportunities to deepen their understanding of mathematical concepts. As a result, they do not learn how to apply their knowledge to different contexts. The school should make sure that pupils routinely encounter opportunities to develop their ability to problem-solve and reason.
- Rates of absence and persistent absence, especially for some disadvantaged pupils, are too high. These pupils are missing their education too often. The school should continue to embed its approach to supporting and challenging some parents to ensure that their children attend more often and, therefore, benefit from the school's provision.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
59 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
436 pupils on roll
Schools near King Charles Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bentley West Primary School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | 38% met the expected standard |
| Alumwell Infant School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Alumwell Junior School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 53% met the expected standard |
| County Bridge Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 77% met the expected standard |
| Lodge Farm Primary School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 39% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Miss Kate Magner
- Phone
- 01922721368
- Address
- Wilkes Avenue, Bentley, Walsall, WS2 0JN
- Local authority
- Walsall
- URN
- 104175
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.