Burnt Tree Primary School
Oldbury, B69 2LN · Sandwell · primary school
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64th of 84 primary schools in Sandwell we can score, 93 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 — 3.8/10 against 2,314 of them, against 3.3/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 62% | 2.40 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 38% | 0.92 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Burnt Tree Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 2.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (3.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join Art and Craft Clubs and participate in basketball, netball, dodgeball, dance, and football skills. Trips include Ashend House Farm, Little Owl Farm Park, West Midlands Safari Park, Weston Super Mare, Warwick Castle, Chester Zoo, Conkers, and Barmouth Beach. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 444 pupils against a stated capacity of 472. 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 to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to engage students in the named sports and arts activities? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll relative to capacity?
What Ofsted said about Burnt Tree Primary School
Overview
Burnt Tree Primary School is described as a “vibrant and nurturing school” where the motto “where everyone matters” underpins its culture. Leaders have established “high expectations for pupils’ achievement,” which pupils consistently meet, resulting in high published outcomes. The school fosters a welcoming environment where staff genuinely care for pupils, and parents value the support provided.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “crafted carefully” with a logical sequence, enriched by visits to museums, field trips, and subject-specific workshops.
- Early reading is prioritised through a “relentlessly consistent” phonics approach, ensuring pupils develop confidence and a love for reading.
- Pupils benefit from roles such as school councillors and well-being leaders, contributing to their development as “positive and active citizens.”
- Staff possess “good subject knowledge” and use real-life examples to bring learning to life, while classrooms remain “calm and purposeful places to learn.”
- Personal development is well considered, with pupils engaging in democratic processes, clubs, and residential visits that raise aspirations.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, assessment is “less effective,” leading to knowledge gaps and preventing some pupils from progressing to more complex work when ready.
- Attendance for some pupils, including disadvantaged pupils, remains “too low,” causing them to miss out on essential learning and creating gaps in their education.
Safeguarding
The report states that “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 | 76% |
| 2023/24 | 82% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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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