Bhylls Acre Primary School
Wolverhampton, WV3 8DZ · Staffordshire · primary school
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178th of 217 primary schools in Staffordshire we can score, 310 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 4.4/10 against 3,450 of them, against 4.5/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 10 | 35% | 0.34 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bhylls Acre Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. A higher 13.0% achieved the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (4.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.5 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in April 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 207 pupils against a stated capacity of 230. 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? What support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Bhylls Acre Primary School
Overview
Bhylls Acre Primary School is described as a place where pupils feel "welcomed, valued and included" and enjoy their daily experiences. Following a period of significant change and leadership turnover, the school has established stability, with staff morale high and a clear focus on improving pupils’ learning and care. The report highlights that pupils make secure progress and leave well-prepared for secondary school, supported by an inclusive culture and effective pastoral care.
Strengths
- An "inclusive culture" ensures pupils feel safe, with bullying being rare and positive behaviour promoted through consistent expectations and calm routines.
- Leaders have implemented a "broad and ambitious curriculum" with clear guidance, helping staff teach knowledge and skills with confidence.
- Effective attendance monitoring and support have successfully reduced persistent absence, particularly for disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs.
- Strong partnerships with parents and external professionals help identify needs early, ensuring tailored support for pupils’ academic and emotional wellbeing.
- Pupils demonstrate respect and kindness, engaging in leadership roles and community activities that build confidence and responsibility.
Areas to improve
- Staff expertise in adaptive practice needs development to ensure teaching responds more precisely to the individual learning needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Teachers should improve their assessment of pupils’ understanding during lessons to address misconceptions promptly and deepen learning.
- Teaching approaches require refinement to help a small number of pupils with remaining gaps achieve greater accuracy in spelling, handwriting, and sentence construction.
- Early years practice should be strengthened so all adults consistently extend children’s language and thinking through purposeful interaction.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an open culture where concerns are actively identified, acted upon, and managed, ensuring pupils feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 45% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 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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