Salisbury Primary School
Wednesbury, WS10 8BQ · Walsall · primary school
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24th of 60 primary schools in Walsall we can score, 85 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 — 6.9/10 against 935 of them, against 5.0/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Salisbury Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 5.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 317 pupils against a stated capacity of 367. 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 does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6? How does the school engage parents in their child’s learning progress?
What Ofsted said about Salisbury Primary School
Overview
Salisbury Primary School continues to be a good school, characterised by "warm and trusting relationships" and an "ambitious curriculum" that engages pupils from early years to Year 6. The report highlights significant improvements under new leadership, including a refreshed learning environment and rising standards, though it notes that some areas require further development to fully support all pupils.
Strengths
- Staff maintain "warm and trusting relationships," ensuring pupils feel safe and that behaviour issues are resolved quickly.
- The curriculum is "ambitious" and carefully planned, helping pupils build knowledge and apply learning with confidence.
- Reading is a clear priority, with consistent phonics teaching and effective assessments to support pupil progress.
- The school successfully supports pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and those eligible for pupil premium funding.
- Attendance has improved significantly, with persistent absence reduced through collaboration with families and external agencies.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure its new phonics scheme enables all pupils, particularly those finding reading difficult, to gain the fluency needed to access the curriculum independently.
- The school should expand enrichment opportunities beyond the curriculum, particularly for disadvantaged pupils, to help develop their resilience, independence, and confidence.
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 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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