Amblecote Primary School
Stourbridge, DY8 4DQ · Dudley · primary school
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6th of 76 primary schools in Dudley we can score, 78 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 — 7.6/10 against 3,182 of them, against 6.9/10 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 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 90 | 35% | 3.17 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Amblecote Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 11.0% against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.9 out of 10 against all schools). The most recent inspection took place in May 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 299 pupils against a stated capacity of 315. 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 new report-card framework affect day-to-day teaching priorities compared to previous inspections? With 16 places currently available, what is the typical process for securing a spot in the next academic year? How do the 11.0% of pupils reaching the higher standard engage with extended curriculum activities?
What Ofsted said about Amblecote Primary School
Overview
Amblecote Primary School is described as a place where pupils "flourish" and feel "included, valued and listened to." The report highlights a "strong sense of community" underpinned by "warm and caring relationships," with leaders demonstrating "dedication and passion" for continuous improvement.
Strengths
- Attendance is "high across the school" due to leaders’ "relentless determination" and targeted support for disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Behaviour is "calm, respectful and positive," with pupils who "care for each other" and staff who resolve conflicts effectively.
- The curriculum is "clear and ambitious," incorporating local context such as the "local glassworks" to make learning "come to life."
- Inclusion is "at the heart of the school’s work," with "well-established systems" to identify needs and "effective training" for staff.
- Personal development helps pupils build "confidence, resilience" and "strong social skills," including empathy and conflict resolution.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should "continue to refine the writing curriculum" so disadvantaged pupils "close the attainment gap" with their peers.
- Staff should "consistently maximise opportunities for high-quality interactions" with children in the early years to deepen understanding.
- Leaders and governors should "check rigorously on the impact of their strategies" to ensure all pupils achieve as well as possible.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" ensuring pupils are "made safer and feel safe."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| 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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