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What is Ocker Hill Academy's Ofsted rating?

Ocker Hill Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted (inspected 2024).

Where is Ocker Hill Academy located?

Ocker Hill Academy is located in Tipton, West Midlands, West Midlands, DY4 0DS.

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Ocker Hill Academy serves students aged 7 to 11.

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Ocker Hill Academy — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Ocker Hill Academy

Ocker Hill Academy is a primary academy in Tipton, West Midlands. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.

In terms of academic performance, Ocker Hill Academy has 79% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 128 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 12.0%, 21% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 5.4%.

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OfstedGood · 2024KS2 expected79%Attendance94.6%

Profile completeness: 5 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

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Latest government data shown is for the 2024/25 academic year; some figures cover earlier years.

Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Ocker Hill Academy?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 7–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 128 pupils
SEN support: 24% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Solid primary foundations — 79% reach the expected standard in reading, writing & maths.
Pupils who need extra support — 24% are on SEN support, above the typical share (~13%).

Based on the latest government data. Every child is different — use this as a starting point, not a verdict.

The area around this school

Environment score: 17/100

Below-average surroundings

Air quality8/100

Transport access5/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Ocker Hill Academy

At Ocker Hill Academy, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

90% met the expected standard in reading and 86% in maths.

Attendance at Ocker Hill Academy

Ocker Hill Academy has an overall absence rate of 5.4%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Ocker Hill Academy

The teacher turnover rate at Ocker Hill Academy is 12.0%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Ocker Hill Academy

Ocker Hill Academy has 128 pupils on roll.

21% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

24% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Ocker Hill Academy Ofsted Rating: Good

Ocker Hill Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in April 2024 (2 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Ocker Hill Academy is next inspection expected around 2028.

A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. It has historically been the most common Ofsted rating.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Ocker Hill Academy's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

Ofsted data is shown for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.

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