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Whitecrest Primary School
Whitecrest, Great Barr, Birmingham, West Midlands, B43 6HQ, Sandwell
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
53.8 / 100
Top 46%
Better than 54% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
205
Capacity
210
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
98%
Summary
With a Good Ofsted rating and a strong performance in key stage 2, where 74% of pupils meet expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, this primary school stands out in the top 25% nationally. However, only 6% of students achieve the higher standard, indicating room for improvement in challenging more advanced learners. Parent satisfaction is moderate, with 69% of respondents recommending the school, suggesting a positive but potentially improvable community engagement.
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Last inspected: 17 June 2025Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 74% | Top 25% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 6% | Bottom 42% UK |
Parent View (36 responses)
★★★★★3.6
Good range of extra-curricular
89%
School keeps me informed
89%
My child feels safe
83%
My child is happy
81%
Good range of subjects
81%
Behaviour is good
81%
My child makes good progress
75%
School has high expectations
75%
I'd recommend this school
69%
Progress is communicated
69%
School responds to concerns
61%
School supports development
50%
Pupil Ethnicity
Asian Indian31.7%
White British15.1%
Asian Other9.3%
Asian Bangladeshi7.8%
Mixed W+Asian5.9%
Asian Pakistani5.9%
Mixed Other5.4%
Mixed W+B Carib.4.9%
Black Other4.4%
White Other3.9%
Black Caribbean2.0%
Other1.5%
Black African1.5%
Mixed W+B African0.5%
Asian Chinese0.5%
Location
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52.54933, -1.92418 · B43 6HQ
School details
Local authoritySandwell
RegionWest Midlands
URN103922
School typeCommunity school
Frequently asked questions
What is Whitecrest Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Whitecrest Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 17 June 2025.
Is Whitecrest Primary School a good school?
Whitecrest Primary School scores 53.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 46% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about Whitecrest Primary School?
Based on 36 Ofsted Parent View responses, Whitecrest Primary School receives a satisfaction score of 71% across all parent survey questions.
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