Scores of youngsters will be stepping into the next phase of their education as they start secondary school in September.
As preparations are made for their first day at ‘big’ school, we have put together a list of all of the primary and secondary schools in the Sandwell area which received Ofted ratings in 2022, according to the Ofsted website.
Schools across the country are regularly inspected by the education watchdog and are graded on a four-point scale.
‘Outstanding’ is the top rating a school can receive, ‘good’ is second, ‘requires improvement’ the third and ‘inadequate’ is the worst.
Here’s what the 2022 ratings are for the schools in the borough.
1. The British Muslim School, West Bromwich - good
Published in May, the school’s latest Ofsted report, said: “Staff warmly welcome students into the boarding provision. The school invites students to attend an open day and an induction day before they start at the school.” Photo: Google Street View
2. St James CofE Primary School, Oldbury - good
The latest Ofsted report in March, said: “St James is a very inclusive school, which welcomes everyone. Pupils thrive because all staff want the best for them. Pupils come to school happy and want to learn. They behave well in lessons and at social times. Pupils are confident to talk to an adult if they have any concerns.”
3. Shireland Hall Primary Academy, Smethwick - Outstanding
The latest outstanding Ofsted report in May, said: “Shireland Hall Primary Academy continues to go from strength to strength. All pupils can succeed in many different ways. From sport to art, and from mathematics to Latin, the curriculum is packed full of worthwhile things to do and learn.”
4. Hanbury Primary School, West Bromwich - good
The Ofsted report in February, said: “Hanbury Primary School is a warm and caring school which pupils are proud to attend. Leaders have created spaces where pupils love to learn. Pupils enjoy their visits to the school library, which is well stocked.” Photo: Google Street View