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Shireland Technology Primary
Smethwick·West Midlands·Free School
PrimaryFree SchoolAges 3–11Co-edDoes not apply
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Shireland Technology Primary is a primary free school in Smethwick, West Midlands. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this free school and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
The school has 412 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 6.8%, 32% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 4.9%.
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Shireland Technology Primary has an overall absence rate of 4.9%. The national average for primary schools is approximately 4.0%.
The teacher turnover rate at Shireland Technology Primary is 6.8%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
Shireland Technology Primary has 412 pupils on roll.
32% 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.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: May 2026
Shireland Technology Primary was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted following an inspection in October 2023 (2 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Shireland Technology Primary 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. Only around 18% of schools in England hold this rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Shireland Technology Primary'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 displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
508/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
228/mo
45% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 16.3 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 8
Bus Stops
0
Within 500m
Nearest Station
Smethwick Rolfe Street Rail Station
1.5km away
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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Other schools in the Smethwick area
7.0
Good
/ 10
Data Score
Computed from 15 government data points. Not based on student reviews.
Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.