Bushbury Hill Primary School
Wolverhampton, WV10 8BY · Wolverhampton · primary school
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61st 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 — 4.5/10 against 248 of them, against 2.6/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 40% | 0.96 |
| Ofsted | 6 | 35% | 0.21 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bushbury Hill Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. An Ofsted inspection took place in June 2026 under the new report-card framework. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join sewing, keyboard, Wildwood, and Year 6 maths booster clubs, alongside gymnastics, fundamentals, and football. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 243 pupils against a stated capacity of 266. 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 below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the Wildwood club? How does the new inspection framework affect current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Bushbury Hill Primary School
Overview
Bushbury Hill Primary School is described as a nurturing environment where pupils feel safe, valued, and proud. While the school maintains an "ambitious, broad and balanced curriculum" and strong pastoral care, significant gaps in basic knowledge and below-average attendance hinder overall achievement. Leaders are actively working to address these issues, with early signs of improvement in reading confidence.
Strengths
- Safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture" where concerns are actively identified and managed.
- Behaviour is a strength, characterised by a "calm and purposeful culture" where pupils are polite, respectful, and bullying is rare.
- Inclusion is effective, with "thoughtful support" tailored specifically for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Staff are well-supported through effective training, and leaders foster a positive working environment where staff feel "valued and supported".
- Personal development is well-planned, offering enrichment opportunities that help pupils understand British values and stay healthy.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure staff consistently identify and address "misconceptions and key gaps in pupils' learning" to build secure foundational understanding in English and mathematics.
- Leaders should continue efforts to reduce absence rates so all pupils can benefit fully from academic and social opportunities.
- Early years activities need clearer purpose to help children consolidate learning and be fully ready for Year 1.
Safeguarding
The report states that "safeguarding standards are met," confirming that leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and pupils are made safer.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 43% |
| 2023/24 | 42% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| 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
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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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