Brook Primary School
Stourbridge, DY8 5YN · Dudley · primary school
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44th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 3.9/10 against 2,617 of them, against 3.6/10 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 | 65.0 · 52 | 40% | 2.07 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Brook Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 65.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The proportion reaching the higher standard was 0.0%, 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 (3.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Community Garden and Young Voices clubs, participate in Sports Plus, Kixx Football Sessions, and Football Training, and access both breakfast and after-school clubs.
Getting in
The published school roll is 380 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 to progress from the expected standard to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for children who need extra help with reading or maths? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about Brook Primary School
Overview
Brook Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a "caring and safe place" where pupils are happy and demonstrate positive attitudes. Leaders maintain high expectations for learning and personal development, supported by a strong culture of respect and effective staff collaboration.
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe, with bullying dealt with effectively and concerns addressed by trusted adults.
- The teaching of reading is a high priority, with "well organised and effective" phonics instruction ensuring most pupils learn to read well.
- Staff know pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) very well, using appropriate strategies that help them achieve well.
- Leaders provide a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities, including music, residential trips, and community events.
- Teachers explain new ideas clearly and ensure pupils use correct language and vocabulary in their explanations.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum in some subjects is less well developed and sequenced, meaning pupils’ learning does not always build sufficiently on prior knowledge.
- Teachers’ expectations for written work are variable, with errors in spelling, punctuation, and grammar not consistently addressed, preventing pupils from learning from their mistakes.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a strong culture where leaders and staff understand their responsibilities and concerns are reported and acted on swiftly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 62% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 2024/25 | 65% |
| 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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