St Chad's Catholic Primary School
Dudley, DY3 3UE · Dudley · primary school
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9th 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 — 8.8/10 against 3,948 of them, against 8.4/10 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 | 86.0 · 95 | 40% | 3.78 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Chad's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 86.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 10.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (8.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.4 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join reading, zumba, latin, yoga and mindfulness, Art and Craft, and cooking clubs, as well as outdoor games, Fitness Fun, Football Club, and choir. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 238 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
What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How is the after-school club structured for daily attendance?
What Ofsted said about St Chad's Catholic Primary School
Overview
The report states that "many effective changes have taken place" at the school, with leaders holding "high expectations for all pupils" that are "now beginning to be realised." It highlights a "well-constructed and ambitious curriculum" where current pupils are "catching up quickly," alongside an environment where pupils exemplify their motto and show "kindness and respect to others."
Strengths
- Personal development is rated Outstanding, with pupils showing "deep compassion for others" and an "exceptional understanding about diversity."
- Reading is "prioritised by leaders," with staff being "highly skilled in teaching pupils how to read" through secure phonics and assessment systems.
- The curriculum is "well-constructed," helping pupils build knowledge in a "considered way" and use "subject-specific vocabulary" effectively.
- Safeguarding arrangements are "effective," with staff being "vigilant" and leaders following up on concerns "promptly."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and disadvantaged pupils are "well cared for" in a "highly nurturing environment."
Areas to improve
- Leaders must review targets for pupils with SEND, as they are "not clearly defined," meaning work "does not always match the needs of some pupils."
- Leaders need to embed assessment systems in foundation subjects, as it is "too soon for leaders to know how effectively these systems assess pupils’ learning."
Safeguarding
The report confirms that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," noting that staff receive regular training and leaders conduct appropriate recruitment checks.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 83% |
| 2023/24 | 73% |
| 2024/25 | 86% |
| 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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