Romsley St Kenelm's CofE Primary School
Halesowen, B62 0LF · Worcestershire · primary school
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78th of 113 primary schools in Worcestershire we can score, 180 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 the 4,292 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.0/10 among 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Romsley St Kenelm's CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The proportion reaching the higher standard was 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.0 out of 10 among them, against 3.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join music, choir, bird watching, board game, and art clubs, alongside netball, football, cricket, and multi-sports. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 193 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 to progress from the expected to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to improve attainment in the context of the similar-intake comparison? How does the after-school club integrate with the wider curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Romsley St Kenelm's CofE Primary School
Overview
Romsley St Kenelm’s C of E Primary School continues to be a good school, described as being “at the heart of the local community” with a “warm, caring ethos.” Pupils feel safe and valued, treating each other with kindness while achieving well in a curriculum that offers a “wide range of experiences” beyond standard lessons.
Strengths
- Early reading has improved significantly following the introduction of a new phonics programme, ensuring pupils “learn to read well” and catch up quickly if they fall behind.
- The mathematics curriculum is “logically sequenced and implemented effectively,” helping pupils secure a strong understanding of number from the early years.
- Staff set high expectations, fostering a culture where pupils “enjoy the challenge” and take pride in their work.
- Leaders provide effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring they are “well integrated into school life.”
- There is a strong focus on personal development, with pupils speaking confidently about world religions and knowing how to keep themselves safe.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must establish effective assessment methods in a small number of foundation subjects so teachers can verify pupils’ understanding before moving to complex concepts.
- Leaders need to assess the impact of additional support programmes for pupils with SEND to ensure they are having a positive effect on learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a “strong safeguarding culture” where staff are vigilant, fully trained, and meticulous in their record-keeping.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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