Summerhill Primary Academy

About Summerhill Primary Academy

Summerhill 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 766 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 960 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Summerhill Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Natalie Rich, 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 9918th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 59th out of 83 in Sandwell.

Summerhill Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 111 applications for 75 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 75 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Summerhill Primary Academy include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Gymnastics, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Art Club, Science Club, Book Club and 2 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 51.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Sandwell, Summerhill 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.

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