Corngreaves Academy
93%
Capacity
209
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Corngreaves Academy
Corngreaves Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sandwell community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 209 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 224 places).
Ofsted has rated Corngreaves Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Robinson, it falls under Sandwell local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3438th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 83 in Sandwell.
Corngreaves Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 58 applications for 30 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Corngreaves Academy include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Dance, Cricket, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Chess, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sandwell, Corngreaves Academy is one of the options available in the West Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Plant Street, Cradley Heath, Sandwell, B64 6EZ |
| Headteacher | Joanne Robinson |
| Local Authority | Sandwell |
| Number of Pupils | 209 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.8% |
| School Capacity | 209 / 224 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3438th of 13,686
Nationally
331st of 1,378
In West Midlands
14th of 83
In Sandwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
72%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
58
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Corngreaves Academy
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Contact Information
Plant Street, Cradley Heath
Sandwell, B64 6EZ
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