Best 3 Not applicable schools in Dudley – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of not applicable schools: The Old Park School (Not applicable) in Brierley Hill; Rosewood School (Not applicable) in Bilston; Pens Meadow School (Not applicable) in Stourbridge — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares The Old Park School, Rosewood School and Pens Meadow School. They are not applicable phase and community special school type located around Brierley Hill, West Midlands, Bilston, West Midlands and Stourbridge, West Midlands. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (The Old Park School), published Oct 2013. The lowest is 2 (Rosewood School), published Mar 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Rosewood School (Mar 2024). average roll around ≈ 100, combined total ≈ 300, typical FSM 50–55%, range 40–45%–70–75%; all under Dudley local authority.

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Attribute	The Old Park School DY5 2JY	Rosewood School WV14 8XJ	Pens Meadow School DY8 5ST
Phase / Type	Not applicable • Community special school	Not applicable • Community special school	Not applicable • Community special school
Location	Brierley Hill West Midlands DY5 2JY	Bilston West Midlands WV14 8XJ	Stourbridge West Midlands DY8 5ST
Latest Ofsted	1 16 Oct 2013	2 4 Mar 2024	2 6 Jan 2020
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 150 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 50 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	45–50% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	70–75% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	40–45% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	—	58	116
Capacity utilisation	—	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Boys	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Dudley (332)	Dudley (332)	Dudley (332)
Website	www.oldpark.org	www.rosewood.dudley.sch.uk	www.pens-meadow.dudley.sch.uk
Telephone	01384818905	01384816800	01384818945
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

The Old Park School

DY5 2JY

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Community special school
Location: Brierley Hill
West Midlands
DY5 2JY
Ofsted: 1 16 Oct 2013
Pupils: ≈ 150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 45–50% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Dudley (332)
Website: www.oldpark.org
Telephone: 01384818905

Rosewood School

WV14 8XJ

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Community special school
Location: Bilston
West Midlands
WV14 8XJ
Ofsted: 2 4 Mar 2024
Pupils: ≈ 50 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 70–75% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Dudley (332)
Website: www.rosewood.dudley.sch.uk
Telephone: 01384816800

Pens Meadow School

DY8 5ST

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Community special school
Location: Stourbridge
West Midlands
DY8 5ST
Ofsted: 2 6 Jan 2020
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 40–45% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Dudley (332)
Website: www.pens-meadow.dudley.sch.uk
Telephone: 01384818945

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.