Alumwell Junior School
Walsall, WS2 9UP · Walsall · primary school
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35th of 60 primary schools in Walsall we can score, 85 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 4.5/10 against 842 of them, against 3.2/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 53.0 · 24 | 40% | 0.96 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Alumwell Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 6.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Chromebook club, Art Club, and School Band. Sports options include Football Skills, Multi Sports, Girls and Boys Football Team Training, Cricket, and Dodgeball. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 360 pupils against a stated capacity of 360. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils to bridge the gap between the 53.0% expected standard and the national median of 64%? What specific steps are taken to maintain the Good Ofsted rating following the 2023 inspection? How are places allocated when the roll matches the capacity of 360?
What Ofsted said about Alumwell Junior School
Overview
Alumwell Junior School is described as a "friendly and happy school" where pupils enjoy attending and achieve well. Leaders have developed an "ambitious curriculum" that fosters strong relationships, mutual respect, and a clear sense of safety among the student body.
Strengths
- Pupils have "good relationships with each other and adults" and feel safe, with bullying being "rare".
- The reading curriculum is "well sequenced," helping pupils to "read with confidence" and develop a love of books.
- Staff demonstrate a "good understanding" of pupils with additional needs, ensuring they achieve well alongside classmates.
- Leaders promote personal development effectively, teaching pupils to look through "windows and mirrors" to understand diverse cultures and beliefs.
- Governors "support and challenge leaders effectively" and are considerate of staff well-being and workload.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, leaders have "not clearly identified the components of knowledge" pupils need to know, meaning teachers lack clarity on key content.
- Subject leaders in a few areas do not "routinely check on how well the curriculum is being delivered," so they do not reliably know how well pupils are learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective," with staff being "well trained" to identify and report concerns and liaising closely with agencies to support vulnerable pupils.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 43% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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