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The Ridge Primary School

Dudley, DY8 3NFPrimaryAges 3–11MixedState
Ofsted Rating
Good
Oct 2023
KS2 Results
77%
meeting expected standard in RWM
Competition
1.2×
Oversubscribed
35 1st-choice / 30 places
Ranking
🏆Top 25%
#2243 of 13,686 nationally

About The Ridge Primary School

The Ridge Primary School sits within the Dudley local authority, where it ranks 7th out of 69 primary schools on the key stage 2 expected standard measure, placing it comfortably in the top 25% nationally. The top-performing peers in the borough are Manor Way Primary Academy, Blowers Green Primary School, and Tenterfields Primary Academy, all of which edge ahead on the same ranking metric. The school is one of only three primaries in Dudley rated Outstanding by Ofsted, though Ridge itself holds a Good rating, a grade it has maintained across its two most recent inspections. With 235 pupils on roll against a capacity of 210, the school is clearly popular among local families, and its nursery provision means children can join from age three.

Key Details

School TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressGregory Road, Stourbridge, Dudley, DY8 3NF
HeadteacherClaire Gilbert
Local AuthorityDudley
Number of Pupils235
Free School Meals (FSM)11.1%
School Capacity235 / 210 (112% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

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Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

4 Oct 2023
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Overall Effectiveness
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Latest monitoring visit (4 Oct 2023): School remains Good

Source: Ofsted, 25 Mar 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

Facilities

7
Dining HallArt StudiosSports HallOutdoor PlaygroundSensory RoomMusic RoomsChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

10

Sports

AthleticsFootballNetballCricketCross CountryRoundersTennis

Clubs & Activities

ChessBook ClubFilm Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

SEND Support

DyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Ridge Primary School

The Ridge Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.