St Mary's CofE Primary School
Kingswinford, DY6 7AQ · Dudley · primary school
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73rd 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,405 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.4/10 among them, against 2.1/10 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 | 44.0 · 12 | 40% | 0.47 |
| Ofsted | 8 | 35% | 0.27 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Mary's CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 44.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0%, against a national median of 7%. An inspection in March 2026 used the new report-card framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.4 out of 10 among them, against 2.1 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 170 pupils against a stated capacity of 242. 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 literacy? What specific steps are taken to raise attainment in maths? How does the new inspection framework influence current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about St Mary's CofE Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where a new leadership team is driving rapid improvements following a period of turbulence. Leaders have established a "highly inclusive culture" and created an environment that is "respectful, calm and orderly," resulting in improved attendance and behaviour. While progress is evident, the report notes that the impact of recent changes on academic outcomes in writing and mathematics is "not yet reflected in end of key stage outcomes."
Strengths
- Attendance has risen to be "in-line with national averages" due to effective monitoring and supportive interventions.
- Staff apply the behaviour policy "effectively and positively," ensuring disruption is uncommon and bullying is rare.
- The curriculum is "well structured" and tailored to pupils’ needs, with effective support for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Early years provide a "warm, caring environment" where children develop vocabulary and learn to read at the earliest opportunity.
- Leaders have built "positive partnerships with parents" and the community, fostering a sense of belonging.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure pupils develop key knowledge in handwriting, spelling, and mathematical facts, as gaps currently persist.
- The consistency of curriculum implementation and teaching approaches needs development to ensure pupils acquire detailed knowledge over time.
- Systems for evaluating support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities require further refinement to be highly responsive.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 52% |
| 2023/24 | 36% |
| 2024/25 | 44% |
| 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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