Wood End Primary School
Wolverhampton, WV11 1YQ · Wolverhampton · primary school
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40th of 62 primary schools in Wolverhampton we can score, 72 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 — 5.9/10 against 2,028 of them, against 4.8/10 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 | 62% | 2.85 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 38% | 1.95 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Wood End 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%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school offers a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 221 pupils against a stated capacity of 262. 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 maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about Wood End Primary School
Overview
Wood End Primary School is described as a calm, welcoming environment where pupils express a strong sense of belonging, stating, ‘We are one big community.’ The report highlights high aspirations for all pupils and staff, with children enjoying school and attending regularly. Leaders and governors provide effective support, contributing to a positive culture where staff are proud of their work.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "positive attitudes towards their learning" and are "caring and friendly" towards each other and visitors.
- Personal development is a strength, with pupils taking responsibility through roles such as leading lunchtime clubs and acting as librarians.
- The needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "quickly identified and well supported," allowing them to make good progress.
- Staff are "well trained to deliver the phonics programme well," ensuring children in the early years get off to a good start in reading.
- The personal, social and health education curriculum helps pupils develop a "good understanding of how to manage their own emotions."
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, the school has not considered well enough how prior knowledge connects to new learning, preventing pupils from deepening their understanding.
- The school does not always check pupils’ learning well enough, leading to repeated errors in number and letter formation.
- Early years activities are not always consistently well thought through, meaning some children are not as well prepared for Year 1 as they could be.
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 | 62% |
| 2023/24 | 53% |
| 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
—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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