The Crestwood School

A good academy sponsor led school in Dudley. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Crestwood School.

Dudley, DY68QG Ofsted: Good Age 11-16 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

57

/ 100

Secondary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary schools

Progress 8 score
51.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: -0.13
English & Maths grade 4+ %
53.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 57.6%
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
27 February 2018
Previous grade
Good
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
Bromley Lane
Kingswinford
Dudley, DY68QG

Location

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Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
141325
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Address
Bromley Lane, Kingswinford, Dudley, DY6 8QG
Age range
11-16
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
INVICTUS EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
1050 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
1,022
Free School Meals
32.7% (334 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
4.8% (49 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
89.9%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
32.7%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Attainment 8 Scores
Attainment 8:
40.9
Ebacc Attainment 8:
11.3
English Attainment 8:
8.7
Maths Attainment 8:
8.2
Open Subjects Attainment 8:
12.7
EBacc Subject Performance
Ebacc Attainment 8:
11.3
Ebacc English:
97.5%
Ebacc Entry:
8.4%
Ebacc Humanities:
58.1%
Ebacc Languages:
36.9%
Ebacc Maths:
98.5%
Ebacc Sciences:
97.0%
Progress Measures
Progress 8:
-0.13
Progress 8 Range:
-0.33 to 0.07

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
28 pupils
Good
Pupils per Year Group
170
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,022 pupils
11-16

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Mr Sutton emphasises Crestwood as a high-achieving, caring and inclusive community with a vibrant curriculum, extensive extra-curricular opportunities, and a strongInvictus Culture; the Sixth Form offers a broad range of A-Level and BTEC qualifications with ongoing pastoral care.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Duke of Edinburgh SEND Clubs

Facilities

Swimming pool 4G sports pitches new Science block state of the art ICT Crest Central (Canteen) The Hub Entrances Main Corridor Dining Areas PE Facilities Performing Arts Facilities Outdoor Spaces

Curriculum Highlights

Course content 7,8 & 9 - Key Stage 3 Course content 10,11 KS4 Year 9 Curriculum Pathways Literacy Numeracy Spiritual Moral Social & Cultural Careers & Raising Aspirations British Values Musical Tuition Olympian Programme Performing Arts Programme Enrichment Introduction Careers Portal Performing Arts Student Leadership Sport Clubs & Fixtures Extra Curricular Activities Duke of Edinburgh Student Competitions

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

Admissions Criteria

Year 7 admissions for September 2026; Applications should be made to the home local authority. In-year admissions are coordinated by Dudley MBC. Induction events include induction evenings and visits; Buddies are attached to form groups to support new pupils. Admissions arrangements for 2025-2026 and 2026-27 are published; appeals are coordinated by Dudley MBC with timetable details available through their site.

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