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.
Schools across the country are regularly inspected by the education watchdog and are graded on a four-point scale.
5. Pennyhill Primary School, West Bromwich - good
The Ofsted report in March, read: “The school is a calm, safe place where well-being is nurtured, and staff do
everything they can to help pupils achieve success. Pupils are kind and caring.” Photo: Google Street View
6. Oldbury Academy - good
The latest Ofsted report in January 2022 gave the school a good rating Photo: Google Street View
7. Rowley Hall Primary School, Rowley Regis - requires improvement
The latest Ofsted in March 2022 said the school requires improvement Photo: Google Street View
8. Holly Lodge High School College of Science, Smethwick - good
The school’s latest inspection in March. said: “This is a large school with a pleasant and welcoming atmosphere. Pupils and staff are
proud of their school. Leaders promote tolerance and community cohesion and make the
most of the multicultural intake of the school.” Photo: Google Street View
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