Foxyards Primary School
Tipton, DY4 8BH · Dudley · primary school
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33rd 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 5.4/10 against 2,922 of them, against 5.0/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 64.0 · 49 | 40% | 1.97 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Foxyards Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 64.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, matching the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, also equal to the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2023. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (5.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 338 pupils against a stated capacity of 315. 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 do not reach the expected standard? How are the breakfast and after-school clubs structured to support daily routines?
What Ofsted said about Foxyards Primary School
Overview
Foxyards Primary School is described as a "warm and welcoming" institution where leaders have "successfully transformed the curriculum" and raised expectations. The report highlights that pupils are happy, behave well, and enjoy a wide range of opportunities, resulting in significant improvements to their learning and enjoyment of school.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "ambitious" with carefully considered sequencing of key knowledge, and early reading teaching is "very effective" due to well-trained staff.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities have their needs "identified accurately" and receive appropriate support, enabling them to "achieve well".
- The early years provision is strong, with skilled adults encouraging language development and children making "positive progress in writing".
- Personal development is supported by a "well designed and comprehensive" curriculum, including opportunities for leadership roles and educational visits.
- Staff are positive about workload management and professional development, supported by a "knowledgeable governance team".
Areas to improve
- Assessment during lessons is not always used precisely enough to identify misconceptions, meaning teachers may miss opportunities to adapt learning.
- Leaders need to develop full strategic oversight of attendance to ensure timely actions are taken for all pupils.
- Some leaders are still gaining detailed oversight of their responsibilities, requiring continued trust support to develop leadership at all levels.
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 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 48% |
| 2024/25 | 64% |
| 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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