Park Hall Junior Academy
Walsall, WS5 3HF · Walsall · primary school
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36th of 60 primary schools in Walsall we can score, 85 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 4,263 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.1/10 among them, against 5.7/10 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 | 68.0 · 60 | 40% | 2.40 |
| Ofsted | 6 | 35% | 0.20 |
| 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.
Park Hall Junior Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. An April 2026 Ofsted inspection used the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.1 out of 10 among them, against 5.7 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 409 pupils against a stated capacity of 408. 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
With the roll exceeding capacity by 1, how does the school manage class sizes for new intakes? Since the inspection is recent, what specific improvements have been made in the areas graded below the national average? How does the school support pupils who are not yet meeting the expected standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Park Hall Junior Academy
Overview
Park Hall Junior Academy is described as an inclusive school where pupils feel welcome, valued, and safe. While attendance, behaviour, and personal development meet the expected standard, the report identifies that achievement, curriculum delivery, and governance require attention due to inconsistencies in teaching and gaps in foundational knowledge.
Strengths
- Pupils attend school well, supported by leaders who effectively communicate the importance of regular attendance and target support for those facing barriers.
- Behaviour is calm and respectful, with bullying incidents being rare and dealt with quickly by staff who build warm, trusting relationships.
- The school’s pastoral programme is a strength, providing effective support for mental health and wellbeing, helping pupils develop resilience and self-esteem.
- Disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs progress well from their starting points, aided by robust identification processes and effective use of additional funding.
- Pupils enjoy a broad curriculum and enrichment opportunities, including clubs and trips, which help raise aspirations and prepare them for secondary school.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure the curriculum is delivered consistently well by all staff, addressing gaps in essential knowledge, particularly in reading, spelling, and handwriting.
- Staff need to check pupils’ understanding more consistently to help them develop fluency in writing and spelling, as current practices limit progress for some.
- Those responsible for governance should challenge leaders more effectively to ensure an accurate view of education standards and support school improvement priorities.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an open culture where concerns are actively identified, acted upon, and managed, ensuring pupils feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 74% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| 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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