What is the best primary school in Sandwell?

On our composite score, St John Bosco Catholic Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in Sandwell, with a grade A. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Sandwell?

There are 91 primary schools in Sandwell with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Sandwell ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Sandwell?

Applications for Reception places in Sandwell starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Sandwell

Compare 91 top-rated primary schools in Sandwell, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: St John Bosco Catholic Primary School.

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Compare the top two side by side: St John Bosco Catholic Primary School vs Crocketts Community Primary School

The best primary schools in Sandwell

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St John Bosco Catholic Primary School

Crocketts Community Primary School

Shireland Hall Primary Academy

Grace Mary Primary School

Hargate Primary School

Oakham Primary School

St Pauls Church of England Academy

George Betts Primary Academy

Grove Vale Primary School

Whitecrest Primary School

Tameside Primary Academy

Ocker Hill Academy

Brandhall Primary School

Sacred Heart Primary School

Timbertree Academy

Old Park Primary School

Galton Valley Primary School

Ryders Green Primary School

Bearwood Primary School

Abbey Junior School

Burnt Tree Primary School

St Matthew's CofE Primary School

Ferndale Primary School

Tividale Community Primary School

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