A outstanding academy converter school in Sandwell. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Shireland Hall Primary Academy.
Overall school rating
/ 100
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Official inspection outcomes
Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.
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Official government statistics
| Year | Mat Average | Read Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 106.0 | 106.0 |
| 2023 | 107.0 | 108.0 |
Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends
Derived insights and analysis
Declining trend (-1.5 per year)
Down -1.5% over 3 years
Information extracted from the school's own website
"Learning for Life"
Executive Principal Allan Shephard states the academy is part of The Elliot Foundation and is committed to Learning for Life, developing Responsible Citizens, Confident Individuals and Successful Learners. He highlights Ofsted May 2022 rating as outstanding, strong KS2 progress (Reading 2.5, Maths 2.3), rising Early Years outcomes, phonics above national, and attendance above national/local figures.
After School Club 1 runs 3.30pm - 4.30pm; After School Club 2 runs 4.30pm - 6pm.
SEND information includes: School SENDCo: Zoe Weller; Assistant SENDCo: Laura Birch; SEND Administrator: Sam Barnard; Inclusion Support Team (Sandwell Local Authority): Tom Rees (Educational Psychologist); Kristina Garratt (Specialist Advisory Teacher for Social, Emotional and Mental Health); Sarah Arrowsmith (Specialist Advisory Teacher for Learning); Katrina Morgan (Complex Communication and Autism Team); Lisa Bailey (Vision Support); Fiona Patterson (Hearing Support); Speech and Language Therapists (Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust): Jodie Holland. SEND Information Links and Contacts include Sandwell Local Offer, Birmingham City Council SEND Local Offer, Sandwell SENDIASS, CAMHS, and other outside agencies. For policy and information see SHP Local Offer 2023-24, SEND Policy and Information Report 23-24, and related documents.
Reception admissions: Children start in Reception during the September following their 4th birthday. The application window usually opens in October and closes mid-January; applications must be made through the child’s home Local Authority. Nursery admissions: Free nursery places (15 hours per week) from age 3. Space permitting, Acorns class 08:30-11:30 or Conkers class 12:30-3:30; nursery spaces confirmed by the Admissions Team. For enquiries contact [email protected]. For in-year transfers follow the school’s admissions forms and processes via the front office.