Timbertree Academy

A good academy converter school in Sandwell. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Timbertree Academy.

Cradley Heath, B647LT Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

68

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
68.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 80.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
63.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 13.0%
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
8 November 2011
Previous grade
Inadequate
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
9

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Valley Road
Cradley Heath, B647LT

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
139768
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Valley Road, Cradley Heath, B64 7LT
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
UNITED LEARNING TRUST
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
223
Free School Meals
38.5% (86 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.6% (8 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
93.7%
Good
Persistent Absence
17.1%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
80.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
13.0%
Reading Score:
107.0
Maths Score:
106.0
Grammar Score:
108.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
80.0 (+21.2 vs average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 106.0 107.0
2023 105.0 105.0

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
25
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
223 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+1.5 per year)

Up 1.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Relationships Learning Success

Christian roots; schools are fully inclusive and welcome and respect students and staff of all faiths and none.

Head Teacher's Message

Timbertree Academy is led by Headteacher Mrs Harjit Chahal. The message emphasizes a love of learning, a safe and happy environment, high priority on academic excellence within a broad-based and balanced curriculum, and recognition of achievement in Sport, Technology and the Arts. The school is a one-form entry with eight classes (Nursery–Year 6), has an on-site kitchen and daily fresh meals, uses iPads and laptops, celebrates pupil work, and runs a Forest School. It serves children aged 3–11 with a focus on preparing them to be confident, successful learners and responsible citizens, and invites visits to the school.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Football Cheerleading Dance Gymnastics Computing Ribbon Dance Homework

Sports

Football

Facilities

On-site kitchen with hot and cold meals prepared daily Forest School on-site iPads and laptops used to enhance learning

Curriculum Highlights

Broad-based and balanced curriculum Forest School Character Curriculum British Values OPAL Interventions Skills Builder

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: No

No wrap-around after school provision is operated; after-school enrichment activities are available Monday to Friday until 4:15pm (e.g., Football, Cheerleading, Dance, Gymnastics, Computing, Ribbon Dance, Homework).

SEND Provision

SEND Support Team includes: Mrs F Wakefield and Mrs J Hughes.

Admissions Criteria

Admissions are handled by Sandwell Local Authority; school admits pupils from age 4; capacity up to 30 pupils per year; part-time nursery; admission policy based on age.

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