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Dawley Brook Primary School | Ofsted Ratings, SEN, Reviews & Admission 2026
Dawley Brook Primary School
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Dawley Brook Primary School
- Primary
- Dudley DY6 9BP
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Starting in Nursery class, phonics has a high priority and mathematics is well taught.
Success of the Curriculum: Governors and staff have high expectations; pupils do well in English, mathematics and across the curriculum.
Areas Needing Improvement: The curriculum in some subjects is overly complex and key learning is not clearly identified.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils meet high expectations and do well in English and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Well-trained staff are expert at spotting when pupils fall behind and lessons are well matched to pupils' needs.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is a strength; pupils feel safe and happy, and any misconduct is swiftly addressed.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff identify pupils with SEND and provide necessary resources and support, allowing students to make good progress.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe and fairly treated; safeguarding arrangements are effective.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school supports families to improve attendance and engages well with parents.
Parent Feedback: Parents are engaged through regular newsletters and an informative website.
Parental Involvement: Parents are invited to ‘Inspire Workshops’ and parental attendance is high.
Outdoor Facilities: The indoor learning environment is stimulating and engaging, but the outdoor area does not match the quality and plans for improvement are underway.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers ensure lessons and books are well matched to pupils' needs and identify when students fall behind.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: There are times when teachers do not use assessment strategies effectively, leading to confusion in some lessons.
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About Us
Dawley Brook Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
It has 226 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 70% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Welcome to our school website! We sincerely hope you find it useful and get a sense of life at Dawley Brook from it. A successful school, in our opinion, depends on strong bonds between students, parents, teachers, administrators, governors, and members of the local community. At Dawley Brook Primary, we strive to give every student the best education possible in a positive, nurturing, and safe setting. We offer a comprehensive, well-balanced, and innovative curriculum that is engaging, demanding, and catches the imagination of our students, igniting a desire to learn. We support a child's holistic development, including their intellectual, social, and emotional growth. This is accomplished via a number of tools, such as our school's overall principles, curriculum, assemblies, and policies. We are passionate about encouraging our kids to set high goals in all area of their lives. Our principal is Mrs. Maskell. Please call the school office at 01384 818770 if you need to speak with Mrs. Maskell or any other staff members.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
C+
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B-
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C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.7 | - | 20.5 |
| Proficient Math | 107 | 111 | 100 |
| Proficient Read | 109 | 107 | 105 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 107 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 109 | 98 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 70% | 52.39% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 7.13% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 2.6 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0 | - |
| Maths | 1.3 | Above Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 107 2 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 109 4 | 92 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 70% 6 | 55.82% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 26% 12 | 7.77% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 0.0 | Average |
| Writing | -2.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.1 | Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 105 | 92 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 1 | 93 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 64% 4 | 54.42% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% | 6.78% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -3.6 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.3 | Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 105 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 92 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 68% | 52.77% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% | 6.55% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -2.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | -4.0 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -1.6 | Below Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Dawley Brook Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1