Ryders Green Primary School, West Bromwich
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Overall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Ryders Green Primary School creates a positive, calm learning environment where pupils feel safe and supported. Teachers provide stimulating lessons with excellent resources, and the school has made impressive improvements in reading standards and pupil attendance. The school excels at supporting vulnerable pupils and those with challenging behaviour through skilled, dedicated staff who build trust and respect with every child.
Key Strengths
- Calm, decisive leadership that motivates staff to provide stimulating learning experiences
- Attractive classrooms with celebrated pupils' work and a well-organised, newly refurbished library
- Substantially improved reading standards through rigorous systems, raised profile of reading, and strong English leadership
- Highly effective support for vulnerable pupils and those with challenging behaviour through skilled staff
- Improved attendance now in line with national average
Areas for Improvement
- Boys underperforming in reading and writing in younger classes (Year 1 and Reception)
- Some pupils use inappropriate language - leaders acknowledge this needs greater attention
- Low-level poor behaviour during breaktimes and lunchtimes needs further reduction
- Engaging parents whose children have poor attendance remains a challenge
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is effective - the school has comprehensive arrangements in place, all staff are well-trained and vigilant, pupils feel safe and know how to report concerns, and there is a strong culture of safeguarding with pupils' welfare at the heart of the school.
Extracurricular Activities
Children's University
Ryders Green Primary School continues to be good, with strong leadership that maintains quality education through a positive school ethos focused on collaboration and mutual respect.
At a Glance
39.1%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has improved from 79% to 85%. Maths has improved from 76% to 87%. Writing has improved from 74% to 82%.
Class Sizes
29.5
Avg class size
29.7
Infant (KS1)
29.9
KS2
15
Total classes
1 class with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
108%
Over capacity
452 pupils
420 capacity
32 places over capacity
Area Demand Pressure - West Bromwich
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for West Bromwich
Admissions Demand - Sandwell
Places available
4,920
Applications
3,904
Got 1st preference
93.8%
Got preferred school
98.2%
Primary admissions across Sandwell (2025/26)
Inspection History(107)
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Pupil Demographics
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
5.64092%
Overall absence
16.71159%
Persistent absence
371
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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