East Park Academy
Wolverhampton, WV1 2DS · Wolverhampton · primary school
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25th 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 — 5.7/10 against 1,072 of them, against 4.3/10 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 | 54.0 · 26 | 40% | 1.03 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
East Park Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 54.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the school’s figure was 11.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in May 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join clubs including Dance, Multiskills, and Remembrance Art Projects. Sports options cover Festival Football, Gymnastics, and Quick Sticks Hockey. Trips include Dudley Zoo, Warwick Castle, and Cadbury World. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 671 pupils against a stated capacity of 654. 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 support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard in maths? How are the various sports clubs scheduled to ensure all pupils can participate?
What Ofsted said about East Park Academy
Overview
East Park Academy has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection, where it was judged outstanding for overall effectiveness. The school is described as inclusive, with high ambitions for all pupils, ensuring they feel happy, secure, and well prepared for secondary school. Most pupils make strong progress and achieve very well, supported by high-quality leadership and a curriculum that carefully sequences key knowledge.
Strengths
- Phonics teaching is delivered extremely well, with staff possessing strong subject knowledge and acting quickly to help pupils catch up.
- The curriculum is logically sequenced, helping pupils connect new knowledge with earlier learning through ‘return and explore’ sessions.
- A broad range of extra-curricular clubs and educational trips enhances learning and allows pupils to ‘pursue their passions’.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive carefully tailored support to access an ambitious curriculum.
- Staff and leaders are well supported, with robust trust systems ensuring staff understand expectations and feel guided in their work.
Areas to improve
- Assessment in a few foundation subjects is not as focused as it could be on what pupils need to know; the school should refine this to help pupils embed key content.
- Some pupils are absent from school too often, hindering their learning; the school should continue working with families to reduce unnecessary persistent absence.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff putting children’s safety and interests first.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 59% |
| 2023/24 | 56% |
| 2024/25 | 54% |
| 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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