Belle Vue Primary School
Stourbridge, DY8 5BZ · Dudley · primary school
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72nd 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 the 4,195 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.7/10 among them, against 1.7/10 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 | 35.0 · 5 | 62% | 0.31 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 38% | 1.36 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Belle Vue Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 35.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.7 out of 10 among them, against 1.7 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 381 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 who are below the expected standard in core subjects? What specific interventions are in place to help raise attainment to the national median? How does the school ensure that all pupils, regardless of background, have equal access to enrichment opportunities?
What Ofsted said about Belle Vue Primary School
Overview
Pupils enjoy attending the school and take pride in their community, yet the school’s ambitious vision is not consistently met due to variability in curriculum delivery. This inconsistency impacts achievement, particularly in reading, writing, and mathematics, while staffing instability has affected staff morale and caused anxiety among parents.
Strengths
- Pupils "take great pride in being part of the school community" and strive to live by the values of ‘establish, nurture, grow.’
- Persistent absence rates have "decreased significantly over time," meaning more pupils are in school ready to learn.
- Children get off to a "good start with developing their language and communication skills" in the early years.
- Pupils enjoy extracurricular opportunities, including football, choir, and an outdoor residential experience that develops teamwork.
- Most pupils develop an understanding of different faiths and cultures, such as Sikhism, Christianity, and Diwali.
Areas to improve
- Ensure teachers have the expertise to deliver the curriculum effectively, addressing inconsistencies particularly in writing and mathematics.
- Use assessment effectively to identify gaps in knowledge and misconceptions, helping pupils embed their learning fluently.
- Ensure the reading curriculum, particularly phonics, is taught consistently well so all pupils read with confidence and accuracy.
- Swiftly identify and support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) to ensure they are successful.
- Use behaviour incident data more effectively to detect patterns and improve pupil behaviour.
- Strengthen the personal development offer to ensure coherent planning, particularly regarding character development and diversity.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 40% |
| 2023/24 | 35% |
| 2024/25 | 35% |
| 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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