Blackwood School
Sutton Coldfield, B74 3PH · Walsall · primary school
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11th 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 the 2,757 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.1/10 among them, against 8.1/10 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 | 79.0 · 86 | 40% | 3.43 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 12.0 · 74 | 25% | 1.85 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Blackwood School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 79.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 12.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.1 out of 10 among them, against 8.1 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils attend residential trips to Caythorpe Court, Bryntysilio, Condover Hall, and Osmington Bay. Breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 677 pupils against a stated capacity of 708. 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 do not reach the expected standard? What specific activities take place during the residential trips?
What Ofsted said about Blackwood School
Overview
Blackwood School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The school is described as an inclusive, caring environment where pupils feel safe and secure, with high expectations leading to strong academic standards.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "exemplary" behaviour, showing kindness and care, while bullying is rare and issues are resolved calmly.
- There is a "well-structured approach" to early reading, resulting in strong gains in reading skills and effective support for those falling behind.
- Staff training in core subjects ensures pupils know and remember more over time, with routines that challenge them to use wider vocabulary.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported, with the curriculum thoughtfully threading in diversity and inclusion.
- Parents value how approachable staff are, noting effective communication and a successful partnership in building well-rounded pupils.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, staff expertise is less consistent, meaning pupils make less progress than in other areas.
- The school should continue to build subject knowledge in all areas so that pupils build their knowledge securely across the whole curriculum.
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 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 79% |
| 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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