Colley Lane Primary Academy
Halesowen, B63 2TN · Dudley · primary school
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15th 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.9/10 against 2,230 of them, against 7.7/10 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 | 72.0 · 71 | 40% | 2.83 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 25% | 2.18 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Colley Lane Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 72.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 17.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access a breakfast club and an after-school club. Sports activities include football, netball, hockey, basketball, athletics, rounders, and multi-skills.
Getting in
The published school roll is 483 pupils against a stated capacity of 720. 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 available in the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Colley Lane Primary Academy
Overview
Colley Lane Primary Academy has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The report describes a happy school where pupils feel safe, supported, and enjoy learning through lessons and a wide range of additional clubs. Leaders demonstrate a clear vision with high expectations, resulting in pupil outcomes that are at least in line with national peers.
Strengths
- Pupils are well-supported, with teachers described as "kind and supportive" and bullying noted as rare.
- The quality of provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is a strength, with personalised strategies and seamless integration for those with significant medical conditions.
- Teachers effectively use a "build and challenge" approach in core subjects, leading to "lively, vibrant and purposeful" lesson discussions.
- The early years curriculum has a clear focus and structure, resulting in children who are "happy and achieve well."
- Parents are positive about the school, appreciating the enriching curriculum and the support provided by staff.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, pupils are not consistently able to recall learning or use subject-specific vocabulary, which hinders their ability to build on prior learning and progress through the 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 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 2024/25 | 72% |
| 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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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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