Heronswood Primary School
Kidderminster, DY10 4EX · Worcestershire · primary school
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54th of 113 primary schools in Worcestershire we can score, 180 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 the 3,727 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.7/10 among them, against 2.5/10 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 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Heronswood Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 54.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in June 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.7 out of 10 among them, against 2.5 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Dance, Recorder, Choir, Maths, Reading, Sewing, and Forest School clubs. Sports include Football, Netball, Athletics, and Dodge ball, while arts and music options cover Cooking and Gardening. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 485 pupils against a stated capacity of 504. 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 to bridge the gap between the expected and higher standards? What specific strategies are used to improve reading outcomes for the majority of Year 6 students? How does the Forest School curriculum integrate with the core maths and reading curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Heronswood Primary School
Overview
Heronswood Primary School is judged to be ‘Outstanding’ across all inspection categories, including the quality of education, behaviour, and leadership. The report describes a school where pupils are ‘expected to do their very best’ and live by clear values, resulting in high achievement and strong personal development. Leaders and staff work collaboratively to maintain high standards and support pupil well-being.
Strengths
- The ‘Heronswood Curriculum’ is ‘extremely ambitious’, with knowledge ‘robustly planned and sequenced’ so pupils ‘know and remember more’ over time.
- Early reading is ‘exceptionally well taught’, with staff skilled in phonics and providing ‘swift and effective support’ for those falling behind.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are ‘exceptionally well supported’, with needs identified swiftly and met through technology and external professionals.
- Behaviour is excellent, with pupils being ‘respectful of staff and one another’ in ‘hardworking’ classrooms where rules are applied with ‘fairness and consistency’.
- Personal development is strong, with pupils taking on responsibilities and engaging in community activities that help them become ‘active members of the community’.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 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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