Brandhall Primary School

A good community school school in Sandwell. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Brandhall Primary School.

Oldbury, B680SH Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

62

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
62.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 73.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
51.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 8.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
23 January 2019
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Brennand Road
Oldbury, B680SH
Phone
1214225336
Website
brandhall.sandwell.sch.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
103976
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
Brennand Road, Oldbury, B68 0SH
Website
www.brandhall.sandwell.sch.uk/
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
420 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
444
Free School Meals
40.4% (179 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.1% (5 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
95.1%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
9.3%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
73.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
8.0%
Reading Score:
106.0
Maths Score:
103.0
Grammar Score:
106.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
73.0 (+14.2 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
9.3 (8.2 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 103.0 106.0
2023 104.0 106.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
24 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
49
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
444 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-0.5 per year)

Down -0.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Inspire-Believe-Achieve"

Respect Honesty Belonging Compassion Courage Ambition

Fundamental British Values underpin our curriculum, including Democracy, the Rule of Law, Individual Liberty, Mutual Respect, and Tolerance.

Head Teacher's Message

A personal welcome from Miss Hart: Brandhall Primary aims to provide all pupils with the skills and attributes they need to be happy and successful; every child deserves an inclusive and experience-rich education; there are high expectations of behaviour, uniform, attendance and punctuality; celebrations and open days are encouraged to share achievements.

Facilities

Large playing field Canteen

Curriculum Highlights

Phonics using Little Wandle Letters and Sounds (taught daily from Reception through Key Stage 1) PSHE Education delivered via the Jigsaw programme (including Relationships and Health Education) National Curriculum (England) for KS1 and KS2 EYFS Curriculum and Parent/Guide resources

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast and After School Club (Extended Services); Holiday Playscheme may be offered occasionally.

SEND Provision

Brandhall Primary School has a strong commitment to inclusion. All SEND students are helped to achieve their full potential through a range of support that best meets their individual needs. Our SENCO (Inclusion Manager) is Jane Brewer and she can be contacted by calling the main school office on 0121 422 5336. Mrs Brewer is often working with our children during the school day but if you leave a message she will get back to you as quickly as possible. SEND Policies: SEND Policy; SEND Information Report; SEND Local Offer; Accessibility Plan; EAL Policy; LAC and PLAC Policy.

Admissions Criteria

Reception to Year 6 places are offered through Sandwell Council and you can apply for a place via the Sandwell Council Admissions website.

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