Priory Primary School
Dudley, DY1 4AQ · Dudley · primary school
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74th 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 — 1.0/10 against 1,341 of them, against 1.1/10 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 | 43.0 · 11 | 62% | 0.65 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Priory Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 43.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, 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 (1.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Forest Rangers, Art & Craft, CSI, Multi Skills, Football, and Choir. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 547 pupils against a stated capacity of 760. 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 strategies are used to raise attainment in writing? How are the breakfast and after-school clubs structured to support daily routines?
What Ofsted said about Priory Primary School
Overview
Priory Primary School is described as a “happy school” with “warm, nurturing and respectful relationships” between staff and pupils. The report highlights significant improvements in standards, particularly in English and mathematics, alongside an “ambitious curriculum” that effectively supports pupils with special educational needs and disabilities.
Strengths
- Pupils behave well, adhering to clear rules of ‘Be Ready, Be Respectful, Be Safe’.
- Reading is a priority, with books carefully matched to phonics levels and extra support provided for those at risk of falling behind.
- The early years provision is effective, prioritising children’s “social, emotional and communication skills” and reducing parental anxiety.
- Staff are well-trained in core subjects, ensuring they “check pupils’ understanding and fill in any gaps in their knowledge quickly”.
- Personal development opportunities, such as ‘Prioryfest’ and after-school clubs, are popular and valued by the community.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum is not consistently well taught in some non-core subjects, meaning “gaps in pupil knowledge are not always identified”.
- The school does not always share new policies and procedures effectively with parents, leaving some unclear about what is happening in school.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 36% |
| 2023/24 | 56% |
| 2024/25 | 43% |
| 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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