Queen Victoria Primary School
Dudley, DY3 1JB · Dudley · primary school
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66th 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 — 3.8/10 against 1,963 of them, against 3.3/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| Ofsted | 12 | 35% | 0.40 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Queen Victoria Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (3.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.3 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in June 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Queen Vic Science Club, take part in Bikeability, and attend a residential trip to Ashley Burf.
Getting in
The published school roll is 449 pupils against a stated capacity of 655. 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 Ofsted inspection highlight for improvement?
What Ofsted said about Queen Victoria Primary School
Overview
Queen Victoria Primary School is described as a "happy place to be" where pupils enjoy coming to school and feel safe. The report highlights that leaders have raised expectations since joining the trust, resulting in most pupils performing in line with national peers, though fewer reach the higher standard at the end of key stage 2.
Strengths
- Early years provision is a strength, with "kind and caring staff" ensuring children are "well cared for" and typically ready for Year 1.
- Inclusion is "at the heart of the school," with effective support ensuring disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs progress well.
- Behaviour is typically good, with a "calm, inclusive and welcoming environment" where bullying is rare and dealt with effectively.
- Staff are valued, with leaders mindful of workload and providing professional learning opportunities.
- Pupils benefit from a wide range of enrichment activities, including trips and extra-curricular clubs, which enhance their personal development.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should embed the impact of work on foundational skills, particularly handwriting and spelling, so pupils consistently achieve well.
- Leaders should ensure the new personal, social and health education programme is taught consistently well to broaden pupils' knowledge.
- Leaders should continue work to ensure all pupils attend school when they should, addressing the small number with poor attendance.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" 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 | 52% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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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