Pennyhill Primary School
West Bromwich, B71 3BU · Sandwell · primary school
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79th of 84 primary schools in Sandwell we can score, 93 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 — 2.2/10 against 1,804 of them, against 2.2/10 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 | 52.0 · 22 | 40% | 0.88 |
| Ofsted | 13 | 35% | 0.45 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 1.0 · 21 | 25% | 0.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Pennyhill Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 52.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 1.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.2 out of 10 either way). The school was inspected in June 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 647 pupils against a stated capacity of 660. 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 areas did the June 2026 inspection highlight for improvement?
What Ofsted said about Pennyhill Primary School
Overview
Pennyhill Primary School provides a high-quality education where pupils feel happy, safe, and included. The early years provision is rated at a 'Strong standard', while achievement, personal development, and leadership are rated at an 'Expected standard'. The report highlights a caring culture where disadvantaged pupils make particularly good progress and gaps in attainment are closing.
Strengths
- Early years provision is 'Strong', with children getting off to a 'flying start' through engaging, well-planned learning.
- Disadvantaged pupils 'do particularly well' due to effective support, with attainment gaps closing significantly.
- Personal development is a 'real strength', with pupils showing 'inclusive attitudes' and understanding fundamental British values.
- Pastoral support is 'highly effective', with staff responding quickly to pupils’ emotional and social needs.
- Governors play a 'highly effective and proactive role', holding leaders to account while championing pupil outcomes.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure staff 'identify and address pupils’ mistakes and misconceptions quickly' to prevent gaps in understanding from becoming embedded.
- Leaders should continue working closely with families to ensure attendance 'continues to improve' for those who attend less regularly.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an 'open culture' where concerns are actively identified and managed, ensuring pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 55% |
| 2024/25 | 52% |
| 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
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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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