Crocketts Community Primary School
113%
Capacity
476
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Crocketts Community Primary School
Crocketts Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sandwell community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 476 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (113% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Crocketts Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lynne Paino, it falls under Sandwell local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10068th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 61st out of 83 in Sandwell.
Crocketts Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 135 applications for 60 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 73 were first-preference applications.
Crocketts Community Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.5/5 from 33 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (49 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Crocketts Community Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Forest School, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cross Country, Swimming, Rounders, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Choir, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sandwell, Crocketts Community Primary School 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Coopers Lane, Smethwick, Sandwell, B67 7DW |
| Headteacher | Lynne Paino |
| Local Authority | Sandwell |
| Number of Pupils | 476 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.0% |
| School Capacity | 476 / 420 (113% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
10068th of 13,686
Nationally
1042nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
61st of 83
In Sandwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
53%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
49 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
135
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
73 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Crocketts Community Primary School
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Contact Information
Coopers Lane, Smethwick
Sandwell, B67 7DW
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