Langley School
Solihull, B92 7ER · Solihull · secondary school
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6th of 15 secondary schools in Solihull we can score. 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 — 7.5/10 against 840 of them, against 6.2/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 47.8 · 58 | 30% | 1.72 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.29 · 72 | 25% | 1.80 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 45.8 · 49 | 10% | 0.49 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Langley School overview
How it's doing
Langley School was rated Good by Ofsted in May 2023. In 2024/25, 46.4% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 47.6, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.29 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,050 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,169. 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 in raising their Progress 8 scores further? What specific support is available for students aiming for higher grades in English and maths?
What Ofsted said about Langley School
Overview
Langley School is described as an inclusive and welcoming environment where pupils feel valued and behave well. The report highlights an ambitious, well-planned curriculum and high staff expectations, resulting in most pupils making good progress. However, inconsistencies in assessment practices and delays in addressing identified weaknesses limit the school’s overall impact.
Strengths
- Staff are committed to creating an inclusive community, helping pupils appreciate diverse religions and cultures.
- The curriculum is carefully developed with clear learning steps, and teachers successfully adapt teaching for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Pupils enjoy a broad offer of clubs, visits, and residential trips, contributing to a calm and purposeful atmosphere.
- Leaders provide a well-structured careers programme that effectively supports transitions to further education or apprenticeships.
- Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with staff and pupils clearly understanding their responsibilities and risks.
Areas to improve
- Senior leaders must ensure all teachers systematically check for pupils’ understanding to provide consistent, useful feedback.
- Leaders need to address identified weaknesses, such as in assessment and personal development delivery, with greater urgency.
- Leaders should improve communication with pupils so they clearly understand how bullying incidents are dealt with.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," noting that staff receive regular updates and pupils know who to speak to if they have concerns.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 49.2 |
| 2024/25 | 47.6 |
| 2025/26 | 45.8 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 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
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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