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What is Smith's Wood Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Smith's Wood Primary Academy was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted (inspected 2023).

Where is Smith's Wood Primary Academy located?

Smith's Wood Primary Academy is located in Birmingham, West Midlands, West Midlands, B36 0SZ.

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Smith's Wood Primary Academy serves students aged 3 to 11.

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Smith's Wood Primary Academy — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Smith's Wood Primary Academy

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In terms of academic performance, Smith's Wood Primary Academy has 82% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 232 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 3.7%, 42% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 6.1%.

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OfstedOutstanding · 2023KS2 expected82%Attendance93.9%

Profile completeness: 5 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

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Solid54% data 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 Smith's Wood Primary Academy?

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

Ages: 3–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 232 pupils
SEN support: 14% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Solid primary foundations — 82% reach the expected standard in reading, writing & maths.

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

In context — vs similar-intake schools

The area around this school

Environment score: 30/100

Below-average surroundings

Air quality14/100

Transport access5/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Smith's Wood Primary Academy

At Smith's Wood Primary Academy, 82% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

85% met the expected standard in reading and 87% in maths.

Attendance at Smith's Wood Primary Academy

Smith's Wood Primary Academy has an overall absence rate of 6.1%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Smith's Wood Primary Academy

The teacher turnover rate at Smith's Wood Primary Academy is 3.7%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Smith's Wood Primary Academy

Smith's Wood Primary Academy has 232 pupils on roll.

42% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

14% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Smith's Wood Primary Academy Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

Smith's Wood Primary Academy was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted following an inspection in May 2023 (3 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Smith's Wood Primary Academy is next inspection expected around 2027.

An "Outstanding" rating means Ofsted found the quality of education, behaviour, personal development, and leadership to all be of the highest standard — the top grade Ofsted awarded under the graded system.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Smith's Wood Primary 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.

Smith's Wood Primary Academy