The Pedmore High School

A good academy converter school in Dudley. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Pedmore High School.

Stourbridge, DY97HS Ofsted: Good Age 11-16 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

54

/ 100

Secondary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary schools

Progress 8 score
46.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: -0.36
English & Maths grade 4+ %
51.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 54.8%
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
26 January 2016
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
Grange Lane
Pedmore
Stourbridge, DY97HS
Phone
1384686711
Website
pedmorehighschool.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
145593
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Address
Grange Lane, Pedmore, Stourbridge, DY9 7HS
Website
http://www.pedmorehighschool.uk
Age range
11-16
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
INVICTUS EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
787 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
654
Free School Meals
38.8% (254 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.8% (12 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
89.2%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
31.1%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Attainment 8 Scores
Attainment 8:
41.0
Ebacc Attainment 8:
11.1
English Attainment 8:
9.1
Maths Attainment 8:
8.2
Open Subjects Attainment 8:
12.5
EBacc Subject Performance
Ebacc Attainment 8:
11.1
Ebacc English:
94.4%
Ebacc Entry:
0.8%
Ebacc Humanities:
48.4%
Ebacc Languages:
16.7%
Ebacc Maths:
97.6%
Ebacc Sciences:
96.0%
Progress Measures
Progress 8:
-0.36
Progress 8 Range:
-0.62 to -0.10

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
27 pupils
Good
Pupils per Year Group
109
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
654 pupils
11-16

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Constantly raise every student’s achievements by providing a positive learning environment which develops an enquiring mind and a love of learning. Provide an inspiring and structured curriculum which personalises every student’s learning needs. Support our students to develop individual and social responsibility, as well as moral purpose, and to actively participate in local, national and international community issues with confidence. Provide equal opportunities for each student through a personalised and targeted learning programme. Develop positive links with parents and our local community. Create an atmosphere of trust and safety, within a calm and purposeful environment, in which everyone can learn. Implement clear and consistent expectations for behaviour and learning. Encourage staff to be collectively ambitious for Pedmore and to fulfil their roles effectively through continuous professional development.

Head Teacher's Message

Pedmore High School is a place where the quality of relationships and individual support is excellent; pastoral care is a clear strength, ensuring students and staff feel safe, valued and happy to be part of the school. The school has a family feel, leading to high-quality relationships and good behaviour. It aims to provide a broad and balanced curriculum supported by excellent facilities, with ongoing curriculum development and major refurbishments planned.

Facilities

extensive playing fields refurbished classrooms well-stocked library swimming pool

Admissions Criteria

Year 7 admissions for September 2026 (for children born 1 September 2013 – 31 August 2015). Applications for September 2026 open 1 September 2025 and close 31 October 2025, with decisions issued on 1 March 2026. Applications should be made to the home local authority. Appeals are coordinated by Dudley MBC. In-year admissions are coordinated by Dudley MBC. Links are provided for applying and for Dudley admissions information.

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