County Bridge Primary School
Walsall, WS2 0DH · Walsall · primary school
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8th of 60 primary schools in Walsall we can score, 85 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 — 9.6/10 against 1,361 of them, against 8.9/10 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 | 77.0 · 82 | 40% | 3.29 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.81 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 37.0 · 100 | 25% | 2.50 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
County Bridge Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 37.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in a choir and play swimming, badminton, basketball, cricket, football, hockey, netball, and rounders.
Getting in
The published school roll is 229 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who have not yet reached the expected standard? How are the various sports clubs scheduled to ensure broad participation?
What Ofsted said about County Bridge Primary School
Overview
County Bridge Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are described as polite, mature, and respectful citizens. The inspection confirms that staff uphold high expectations for behaviour and learning, creating an environment where pupils feel safe and strive to excel.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit "exemplary" behaviour and show disappointment when standards are not met, demonstrating a strong commitment to learning.
- There is a profound "love of reading" fostered through activities like 'Reader Leaders' and effective phonics teaching that helps pupils master letter sounds.
- Early mathematics is taught in a "structured and sequential manner," giving children a secure start in understanding number and shape.
- The curriculum has a "clear sequence, structure and cohesion," with staff knowing precisely what to teach and when.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive "quality support" because their needs are accurately identified, allowing them to achieve well.
Areas to improve
- Leaders need to embed the curriculum and consolidate reflection strategies so pupils can consistently "remember and apply their learning" to understand new concepts over time.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders and staff using local knowledge to "spot and respond to concerns quickly" while working closely with external agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 81% |
| 2023/24 | 74% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| 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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