The Priory Primary School
Wednesbury, WS10 0JG · Sandwell · primary school
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18th 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 — 7.0/10 against 1,082 of them, against 5.4/10 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| Ofsted | 91 | 35% | 3.19 |
| 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.
The Priory Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 10.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.4 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in January 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Martial Arts, Zumba & Music, and Arts & Craft clubs, with an after-school club also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 458 pupils against a stated capacity of 450. 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 are the separate Ofsted areas currently performing?
What Ofsted said about The Priory Primary School
Overview
The Priory Primary School is described as a place where pupils feel safe, happy, and part of a strong community. Leaders provide effective oversight, ensuring high standards in teaching, behaviour, and inclusion, with most areas rated at a 'Strong standard'.
Strengths
- Attendance and behaviour are rated at a 'Strong standard', with pupils behaving 'extremely well' and attendance rising over time.
- The curriculum is 'ambitious, rich and engaging', with teaching that is 'consistently embedded' and highly effective.
- Inclusion is 'at the centre of their work', ensuring pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities 'flourish alongside their peers'.
- Personal development is 'highly effective', offering extensive enrichment opportunities and strong pastoral support.
- Leadership and governance are 'Strong standard', with governors who are 'highly knowledgeable' and staff morale that is high.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure all pupils are 'consistently well prepared for the next stage in their education through sustaining strong reading outcomes at key stage 2'.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an 'open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility' ensuring pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 48% |
| 2023/24 | 66% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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