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Victoria Park Primary

Victoria Park Primary

Sandwell, B66 3HHPrimary School·Ages 3-11
Goodby Ofsted

102%

Capacity

641

Pupils

2.1x

Demand

About Victoria Park Primary

Victoria Park Primary is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sandwell community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 641 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Victoria Park Primary "Good", the school is led by headteacher Robert Reed, it falls under Sandwell local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4392nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 83 in Sandwell.

Victoria Park Primary is a popular choice with families — it received 80 applications for 38 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 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 Victoria Park Primary include Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Library, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Netball, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Eco Club, Drama and 1 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Sandwell, Victoria Park Primary 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressBallot Street, Smethwick, Sandwell, B66 3HH
HeadteacherRobert Reed
Local AuthoritySandwell
Number of Pupils641
Free School Meals (FSM)39.2%
School Capacity641 / 630 (102% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

6 Dec 2023
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Good

Declined
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 18 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)

4392nd of 13,686

Nationally

Top 50%

432nd of 1,378

In West Midlands

Top 50%

19th of 83

In Sandwell

Top 25%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

70%

Expected Standard

8%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 106
Expected:82%
Higher:29%
Writing
Expected:78%
Higher:9%
MathsAvg Score: 105
Expected:76%
Higher:23%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +17%

'22/23

53%

'23/24

70%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingLearning Difficulty

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

Facilities

9
Sensory RoomICT SuiteSports HallPlaying FieldsOutdoor PlaygroundLibraryMusic RoomsArt StudiosChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

12

Sports

AthleticsDanceNetballGymnasticsFootballCricketRounders

Clubs & Activities

GardeningChessEco ClubDramaScience Club

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

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

38

Applications

80

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.1x
0x1x2x3x5x+

36 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Victoria Park Primary

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

Contact Information

01215588701www.victoriaparkacademy.org.uk

Ballot Street, Smethwick

Sandwell, B66 3HH

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Ballot Street, Smethwick

Sandwell, B66 3HH

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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