Red Hall Primary School
Dudley, DY3 2PA · Dudley · primary school
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56th 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 — 2.6/10 against 1,673 of them, against 2.4/10 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 | 39.0 · 8 | 40% | 0.30 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| 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.
Red Hall Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 39.0% 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%, matching the 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 (2.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.4 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in October 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 429 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
How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in core subjects? What does a typical day look like for a child in the upper years?
What Ofsted said about Red Hall Primary School
Overview
Red Hall Primary School is described as a “warm, inclusive and welcoming place to learn” where pupils are happy, feel safe, and behave well. The report highlights a supportive staff team and strong parental backing, noting that the school has made “great improvements” since its previous inspection.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “excellent behaviour” and a keenness to learn, with high expectations for all, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Reading is effectively prioritised; pupils read “fluently and with confidence,” supported by carefully chosen books and successful catch-up sessions.
- Personal development is enriched through popular after-school clubs, visits, and pupil roles such as school councillors and subject ambassadors.
- Staff and governors are highly supportive, with leaders actively managing workload and caring for staff well-being.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum lacks precise sequencing in some subjects, meaning staff cannot adequately check if pupils have retained key knowledge.
- Some subject leaders require further training to understand the “small steps of progress” needed for long-term learning success.
- Pupils have not developed “clear and well-developed handwriting,” partly due to insufficient focus on correct letter formation in the early years.
Safeguarding
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 | 45% |
| 2023/24 | 46% |
| 2024/25 | 39% |
| 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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