Pedmore CE Primary School
Stourbridge, DY9 0RH · Dudley · primary school
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16th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.7/10 against 3,194 of them, against 9.7/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 88.0 · 96 | 40% | 3.85 |
| Ofsted | 12 | 35% | 0.40 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 30.0 · 98 | 25% | 2.45 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Pedmore CE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 88.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. 30.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.7 out of 10 either way). Ofsted inspected the school in December 2025 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join a Lego club and participate in netball, football, multi-skills, cricket, and tennis. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 219 pupils against a stated capacity of 222. 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the new Ofsted framework affect daily teaching practices?
What Ofsted said about Pedmore CE Primary School
Overview
Pedmore CE Primary School is described as a nurturing environment where pupils are happy and well-supported, with the early years provision rated at a 'Strong standard'. The report highlights that pupils achieve well, consistently performing above national averages in key assessments, while safeguarding standards are fully met.
Strengths
- The early years provision is 'highly effective', with leaders having a 'deep understanding of children’s starting points' and staff skilfully supporting communication and language.
- Pupils 'consistently achieve above national averages' in end-of-key-stage assessments, demonstrating 'secure foundations in reading, writing and mathematics'.
- Attendance is high due to 'effective systems to monitor attendance rigorously', and the school environment is 'generally calm and orderly' with positive relationships.
- Staff demonstrate 'secure subject knowledge' and the curriculum is well-sequenced, with a 'clear understanding of the curriculum' that is reviewed regularly.
- Parents and carers are 'overwhelmingly positive', appreciating the 'happy and supportive' nature of the school and the staff’s pastoral care.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure teaching across all subjects 'consistently supports pupils to produce high-quality work across the curriculum', as achievement in some subjects is not as high for some pupils.
- Leaders should ensure there is a 'sharper analysis of the impact of strategies that support pupils to overcome barriers to learning', particularly for disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an 'open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility' and concerns being 'actively identified, acted upon and managed'.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 85% |
| 2023/24 | 76% |
| 2024/25 | 88% |
| 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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