Springfield Primary School
Rowley Regis, B65 8JY · Sandwell · primary school
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36th 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 — 6.0/10 against 1,921 of them, against 4.9/10 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.93 |
| 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.
Springfield Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% 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 April 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 439 pupils against a stated capacity of 470. 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 reaching the higher standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for children with similar backgrounds to the current intake? How does the school plan to maintain its Good rating following the 2024 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Springfield Primary School
Overview
Springfield Primary School is described as a place where pupils are "happy and polite" and benefit from "warm relationships" with staff. The school maintains high expectations, resulting in most pupils in key stages 1 and 2 achieving well in English and mathematics, though the early years provision requires improvement.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "positive attitudes to learning" and behave well, supported by a new behaviour policy that creates a "uniform approach" to expectations.
- The curriculum is "ambitious, well-sequenced" in most subjects, including English and mathematics, enabling teachers to develop subject expertise.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) have their needs identified early and receive effective support, helping them to "achieve well".
- Reading instruction is "highly structured" with well-matched books, leading to improved outcomes and enjoyment, particularly through teachers using "funny voices" to bring stories to life.
- Pupils benefit from a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities, including residential trips, theatre visits, and community fundraising, fostering active citizenship.
Areas to improve
- The early years curriculum is "not clearly planned and well sequenced," meaning children, particularly in Reception, are not sufficiently prepared for Year 1.
- In a small number of subjects, the curriculum is not yet fully embedded, and assessment procedures are not securely implemented, leaving teachers unsure of gaps in pupils’ learning.
- Some disadvantaged pupils do not attend school frequently enough, causing them to miss important learning opportunities and fall behind their peers.
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 | 59% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| 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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