Bilston Church of England Primary School
Bilston, WV14 0HU · Wolverhampton · primary school
Check the area around this school
29th of 62 primary schools in Wolverhampton we can score, 72 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 — 7.8/10 against 1,013 of them, against 6.0/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 40% | 2.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bilston Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 8.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 456 pupils against a stated capacity of 466. 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 working towards the expected standard in maths? What specific trips or arts projects are scheduled for the next term?
What Ofsted said about Bilston Church of England Primary School
Overview
Bilston Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, characterised by a "truly inclusive" environment where pupils’ well-being is central. Leaders maintain "high ambitions for every pupil," ensuring that those with barriers to learning, including special educational needs and disabilities, are effectively supported to flourish.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "well-designed and sequenced," with particularly effective teaching in core subjects and a strong focus on reading and phonics.
- Staff demonstrate "strong subject knowledge" and build "warm and respectful relationships" with pupils, fostering a calm and orderly learning atmosphere.
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities is "swift and effective," with staff who know children and their families well.
- Pupils benefit from an "extensive range of activities," including trips and clubs, which help them develop personal interests and prepare for life in modern Britain.
- Leaders and governors work collaboratively to drive up standards, with staff feeling that leaders care about their well-being and workload.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum in some foundation subjects does not clearly identify the precise knowledge and skills pupils should learn, leaving staff uncertain about teaching sequences.
- Not all staff consistently adapt teaching to support pupils effectively; some intervene too quickly or keep ready learners waiting, which slows progress.
Safeguarding
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 | 62% |
| 2023/24 | 44% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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
Saved schools live on this device only — no account, no tracking.
Loading full school details…
Similar schools nearby
Same area, prioritising the same phase — useful for shortlisting alternatives.
Every school within 2.5 miles of WV14 0HU, with results, demand and deadlines — area report →
Have a specific question about admissions, scores or dates?
Ask SchoolsGPT