Best 3 Primary schools in South Staffordshire – 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 primary schools: Glenthorne Community Primary School (Primary) in Walsall; Birches First School (Primary) in WOLVERHAMPTON; Perton Primary Academy (Primary) in Wolverhampton — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Glenthorne Community Primary School, Birches First School and Perton Primary Academy. They are primary phase and community school and academy converter type located around Walsall, Staffordshire, WOLVERHAMPTON, West Midlands and Wolverhampton, West Midlands. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 2 (Glenthorne Community Primary School), published May 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Glenthorne Community Primary School (May 2024). average roll around ≈ 250, combined total ≈ 700, typical FSM 10–15%, range 5–10%–15–20%; spread across trusts such as Codsall Multi Academy Trust and Staffordshire University Academies Trust.

🔒 Export (Pro)

Attribute	Glenthorne Community Primary School WS6 7BZ	Birches First School WV8 2JG	Perton Primary Academy WV6 7PS
Phase / Type	Primary • Community school	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Academy converter
Location	Walsall Staffordshire WS6 7BZ	WOLVERHAMPTON West Midlands WV8 2JG	Wolverhampton West Midlands WV6 7PS
Latest Ofsted	2 14 May 2024	2 21 Jan 2024	2 11 Dec 2023
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 300 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 250 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	15–20% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	15–20% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	315	150	225
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Staffordshire (860)	Codsall Multi Academy Trust	Staffordshire University Academies Trust
Website	www.glenthorne.staffs.sch.uk	www.birches.staffs.sch.uk	www.pertonacademy.co.uk
Telephone	01922666266	01902297910	01902742686
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Glenthorne Community Primary School

WS6 7BZ

Phase / Type: Primary • Community school
Location: Walsall
Staffordshire
WS6 7BZ
Ofsted: 2 14 May 2024
Pupils: ≈ 300 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Staffordshire (860)
Website: www.glenthorne.staffs.sch.uk
Telephone: 01922666266

Birches First School

WV8 2JG

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: WOLVERHAMPTON
West Midlands
WV8 2JG
Ofsted: 2 21 Jan 2024
Pupils: ≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Codsall Multi Academy Trust
Website: www.birches.staffs.sch.uk
Telephone: 01902297910

Perton Primary Academy

WV6 7PS

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Wolverhampton
West Midlands
WV6 7PS
Ofsted: 2 11 Dec 2023
Pupils: ≈ 250 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Staffordshire University Academies Trust
Website: www.pertonacademy.co.uk
Telephone: 01902742686

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.

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