Lapal Primary School
Halesowen, B62 0BZ · Dudley · primary school
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5th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,708 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.7/10 among them, against 6.9/10 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.93 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Lapal Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 9.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.7 out of 10 among them, against 6.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join art and craft, board games, choir, dance, French, and science clubs, alongside curling, football, golf, netball, and tag rugby. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 360 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
Since the similar-intake comparison shows a lower score than the national average, what specific strategies are used to support pupils in reaching higher standards? How does the school manage class sizes given the current over-capacity status?
What Ofsted said about Lapal Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils are “happy, safe and secure” and achieve “exceptionally well” across many subjects. Leaders have designed an “ambitious and extremely effective curriculum” that ensures high academic standards and prepares pupils well for secondary school. The inspection highlights the school’s strong focus on reading, mathematics, and personal development, supported by highly effective leadership and staff.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “excellent behaviour” and respect others, with bullying “not accepted”.
- The curriculum is “high-quality” and “exceptionally strong”, leading to pupils making “excellent progress” year after year.
- Reading instruction is highly effective, using a “structured phonics scheme” and promoting a “love of reading”.
- Staff support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities “extremely well”, ensuring their well-being and resilience.
- There are “plenty of exciting, worthwhile activities” beyond lessons, including clubs and trips, which fuel pupils’ interests.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective”, with “robust routines” ensuring staff know how to spot concerns and respond appropriately.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 74% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| 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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