Pool Hayes Primary School

A requires improvement community school school in Walsall. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Pool Hayes Primary School.

Willenhall, WV124RX Ofsted: Requires Improvement Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

39

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
33.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 39.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
40.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 3.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Requires Improvement

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

Requires Improvement
Overall effectiveness
Requires Improvement
Last inspected
11 July 2023
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Requires Improvement
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Requires Improvement
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Bridgnorth Grove
Willenhall, WV124RX

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
104191
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
Bridgnorth Grove, Willenhall, WV12 4RX
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
210 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
219
Free School Meals
26.1% (57 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
0.9% (2 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.1%
Good
Persistent Absence
17.2%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
39.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
3.0%
Reading Score:
102.0
Maths Score:
100.0
Grammar Score:
100.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 100.0 102.0
2023 99.0 101.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
12 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
24
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
219 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+1.0 per year)

Up 1.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Salus populi suprema lex : The welfare of the people is the highest law"

Be Safe Be Ready to Learn Be Respectful

Head Teacher's Message

Dear Families, It is a pleasure to welcome you to Pool Hayes Primary School. We are very proud of every member of our school family and believe fully in Going for Gold in everything we do.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Rota Kids Reader Leaders After School Club (Progressive Sports) Young Enterprise

Sports

Football Dodgeball Archery Laser Tag

Curriculum Highlights

Early Years English Phonics Maths Science Computing & Online Safety PSHE Art DT History Geography Physical Education RE Latin Music

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

The After School Club runs daily from 3.15 to 6.00pm during term time. Progressive will ensure that the After School Club is a great extension to the school day offering the children with a fun, relaxed and enriching activities to enjoy. Children will be able to free flow through 4 zones and enjoy a range of activities and games. Children will also enjoy a light snack and refreshments to keep them going. For further information and how to book please click the Progressive Sports link on the page.

SEND Provision

The school uses an Assess Plan Do Review (APDR) cycle to identify and support pupils with Special Educational Needs or Disabilities (SEND) across four areas: Cognition and learning, Communication and interaction, Sensory and/or physical, and Social, emotional and mental health. The SEND policy and related resources provide information about safeguarding and inclusive education.

Admissions Criteria

Admissions are managed by the Local Authority. Policies can be accessed via Walsall Council. External links are provided for 2025 primary admissions and 2026 secondary admissions.

Financial Information

Breakfast Club charges £3.00 per entry (including breakfast). School meals cost £2.25 and are paid through ScoPay. KS1 school meals are funded by the government and are free. Free School Meals eligibility information is provided by the school.

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