Olive Hill Primary Academy
Halesowen, B62 8JZ · Dudley · primary school
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55th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.4/10 against 2,594 of them, against 4.6/10 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 | 62.0 · 44 | 40% | 1.74 |
| Ofsted | 13 | 35% | 0.45 |
| 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.
Olive Hill Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 62.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in April 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Photography Club, participate in Sports Day, and attend a Year 6 Residential Visit. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 454 pupils against a stated capacity of 470. 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 who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the Year 6 Residential Visit? How do the breakfast and after-school clubs operate during term time?
What Ofsted said about Olive Hill Primary Academy
Overview
Olive Hill Primary Academy is described as a school where pupils are "proud," "safe" and "welcome," thriving in a "stimulating, positive environment." The report highlights a "highly inclusive culture" with "excellent" behaviour and attendance that is "above the national average." While most areas meet the expected standard, attendance, behaviour and inclusion are rated at a strong standard.
Strengths
- Attendance is "above the national average and improving," with leaders acting quickly to remove barriers for disadvantaged pupils.
- Pupils behave "very well," creating a "calm and orderly environment" where bullying is "not tolerated" and concerns are dealt with "quickly and effectively."
- The school fosters a "highly inclusive culture," ensuring pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and those known to social care "achieve well" and "flourish."
- The curriculum is "ambitious, broad and balanced," with "secure" staff subject knowledge enabling effective teaching and clear sequencing of key knowledge.
- Personal development is "well-designed," equipping pupils with social skills, an understanding of British values and opportunities for enrichment such as visits to places of worship.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should strengthen the teaching of handwriting and letter formation to develop pupils' writing fluency and ensure accurate recording of ideas.
- Leaders should refine checks on teaching and learning to ensure the most effective practice is identified, shared and embedded consistently across the school.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 2024/25 | 62% |
| 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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