Best 3 Not applicable schools in Sandwell – comparison

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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 Westminster School (Not applicable) in Rowley Regis; High Point Academy (Not applicable) in Wednesbury; The Primrose Centre (Not applicable) in Rowley Regis — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares The Westminster School, High Point Academy and The Primrose Centre. They are not applicable phase and community special school, free schools special and pupil referral unit type located around Rowley Regis, Wednesbury, West Midlands and Rowley Regis, West Midlands. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 2 (The Westminster School), published Sep 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for The Westminster School (Sep 2024). average roll around ≈ 150, combined total ≈ 400, typical FSM 50–55%, range 45–50%–55–60%; all within the Forward Education Trust trust.

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Attribute	The Westminster School B65 9AL	High Point Academy WS10 0JS	The Primrose Centre B65 9JP
Phase / Type	Not applicable • Community special school	Not applicable • Free schools special	Not applicable • Pupil referral unit
Location	Rowley Regis B65 9AL	Wednesbury West Midlands WS10 0JS	Rowley Regis West Midlands B65 9JP
Latest Ofsted	2 8 Sep 2024	2 10 Jun 2024	2 5 Feb 2023
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 250 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 0 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	55–60% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	45–50% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	55–60% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	—	96	—
Capacity utilisation	—	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	—
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Non-selective	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Sandwell (333)	Forward Education Trust	Sandwell (333)
Website	www.thewestminsterschool.co.uk	highpoint.fet.ac	www.primrose.sandwell.sch.uk
Telephone	01215616884	01215940750	01215591043
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

The Westminster School

B65 9AL

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Community special school
Location: Rowley Regis
B65 9AL
Ofsted: 2 8 Sep 2024
Pupils: ≈ 250 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 55–60% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Sandwell (333)
Website: www.thewestminsterschool.co.uk
Telephone: 01215616884

High Point Academy

WS10 0JS

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Free schools special
Location: Wednesbury
West Midlands
WS10 0JS
Ofsted: 2 10 Jun 2024
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 45–50% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Forward Education Trust
Website: highpoint.fet.ac
Telephone: 01215940750

The Primrose Centre

B65 9JP

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Pupil referral unit
Location: Rowley Regis
West Midlands
B65 9JP
Ofsted: 2 5 Feb 2023
Pupils: ≈ 0 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 55–60% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Sandwell (333)
Website: www.primrose.sandwell.sch.uk
Telephone: 01215591043

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.