Shireland Hall Primary Academy
94%
Capacity
662
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Shireland Hall Primary Academy
Shireland Hall 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 662 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 708 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Allan Shephard, it falls under Sandwell local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2898th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 83 in Sandwell.
Shireland Hall Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 134 applications for 88 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 82 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 Shireland Hall Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Football, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Gardening, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sandwell, Shireland Hall 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 | Montague Road, Smethwick, Sandwell, B66 4PW |
| Headteacher | Allan Shephard |
| Local Authority | Sandwell |
| Number of Pupils | 662 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.1% |
| School Capacity | 662 / 708 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (18 May 2022): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jun 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
2898th of 13,686
Nationally
287th of 1,378
In West Midlands
12th of 83
In Sandwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
74%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed88
134
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
82 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Montague Road, Smethwick
Sandwell, B66 4PW
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