Shireland Technology Primary
Smethwick, B66 4ND · Sandwell · primary school
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4th of 84 primary schools in Sandwell we can score, 93 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 — 9.3/10 against 1,792 of them, against 8.2/10 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 | 75.0 · 78 | 40% | 3.11 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 18.0 · 89 | 25% | 2.23 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Shireland Technology Primary overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 18.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in 2023-12. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 440 pupils against a stated capacity of 446. 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 not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? How does the Outstanding inspection rating influence current teaching strategies?
What Ofsted said about Shireland Technology Primary
Overview
Shireland Technology Primary provides an “exceptional education for all pupils,” underpinned by a curriculum based on the vision of ‘bright futures for creative minds’. Leaders have successfully created an environment where pupils are happy, feel safe, and achieve very well, with every aspect of the school judged as Outstanding.
Strengths
- The curriculum is of “exceptional quality,” deliberately planned around the ‘three E’s’: excite, explore, excel, ensuring pupils gain a rich body of knowledge.
- Staff deliver “captivating experiences” using exciting resources, including an immersive room that allows pupils to ‘visit’ places around the world.
- Reading is a high priority, with “highly-skilled staff” teaching phonics daily and providing immediate support through ‘learning surgeries’.
- Lessons are adapted very well to ensure pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities learn the same ambitious curriculum as their peers.
- The ‘my cultural journey’ initiative promotes personal development exceptionally well, broadening pupils’ horizons through activities like stargazing and kayaking.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
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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