George Betts Primary Academy
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Capacity
409
Pupils
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Demand
About George Betts Primary Academy
George Betts Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sandwell community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 409 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 446 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated George Betts Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nikki Rolfe, it falls under Sandwell local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2391st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 83 in Sandwell.
The school has 44 places available and received 42 applications, meaning most applicants are likely to secure a place.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at George Betts Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Library, Art Studios, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Swimming, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sandwell, George Betts Primary 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | West End Avenue, Smethwick, Sandwell, B66 1RE |
| Headteacher | Nikki Rolfe |
| Local Authority | Sandwell |
| Number of Pupils | 409 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.3% |
| School Capacity | 409 / 446 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Jul 2024): School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jun 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2391st of 13,686
Nationally
238th of 1,378
In West Midlands
9th of 83
In Sandwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
76%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/2644
42
Places Available
More places available than applications received
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (76% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
West End Avenue, Smethwick
Sandwell, B66 1RE
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