Brindley Heath Junior School Academy
Stourbridge, DY7 6AA · Staffordshire · primary school
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63rd 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.7/10 against 3,494 of them, against 7.1/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.61 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Brindley Heath Junior School Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The school achieved a 14.0% higher standard rate, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join a Creative Writing club, participate in Dance and DT, and attend an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 221 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school provision? How does the Creative Writing club link to the curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Brindley Heath Junior School Academy
Overview
Brindley Heath Junior School Academy is described as a “strong community” where staff are “caring and compassionate” and pupils aspire to ‘be Brindley’. The report highlights “exemplary behaviour” and a curriculum that has been “carefully developed” to help pupils learn about the wider world. Leaders have established an “ambitious vision” that supports pupils in achieving well and developing into “confident and fluent readers”.
Strengths
- Pupils display “very positive attitudes” and are “incredibly polite and respectful”, with bullying being rare.
- The curriculum is well-structured, ensuring “new learning builds on the knowledge that pupils have already gained”.
- Effective systems support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), particularly in English and mathematics.
- Leaders prioritise reading, using high-quality resources and author visits to develop a “love of books across the school”.
- Staff receive regular training and value leaders’ efforts to ensure their “time is well managed”.
Areas to improve
- Adaptations for some pupils with SEND in a few subjects do not build on prior knowledge, hindering their learning.
- The range of extra-curricular clubs and activities is “quite limited” and does not fully develop pupils’ talents and interests.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective”, with robust systems in place to keep pupils safe and staff acting swiftly on concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 78% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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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