St Mary's RC Primary School
Brierley Hill, DY5 2TH · Dudley · primary school
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69th 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 — 0.4/10 against 3,348 of them, against 0.8/10 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 | 38.0 · 7 | 40% | 0.27 |
| 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.
St Mary's RC Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 38.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 0.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.8 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 180 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
How does the school support pupils who are not reaching the expected standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to help students progress to the higher standard? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing current attainment gaps?
What Ofsted said about St Mary's RC Primary School
Overview
St Mary’s RC Primary School continues to be a good school where pupils are happy and staff are described as “kind and caring.” Leaders have set an “ambitious vision” for pupil achievement, fostering a positive environment where children are proud of their successes and benefit from a wide range of opportunities.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve well in reading, writing, and mathematics by the end of Year 6, supported by a prioritised reading curriculum and a new phonics programme.
- The school maintains a “caring and nurturing ethos” in the early years, where children are happy, secure, and develop independence.
- Staff workload is managed considerately, and governors ask “challenging questions” to hold leaders to account.
- There is a strong commitment to inclusion, with staff adjusting the curriculum to ensure pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) achieve well.
- Pupils engage in diverse extra-curricular activities, including clubs, sports, and visits that consolidate learning.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure all staff develop the expertise needed to teach all subjects equally well, as some subjects are not taught as effectively as others.
- The early years curriculum requires better sequencing of key knowledge to ensure children are well prepared for Year 1.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with rigorous reporting systems and appropriate staff training to ensure pupils are safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 40% |
| 2023/24 | 53% |
| 2024/25 | 38% |
| 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
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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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