Colley Lane Primary Academy

  • Primary
  • Academy
  • Ages 3 to 11
Ofsted: Good

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Colley Lane Primary Academy is a primary school in Halesowen for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 116 schools in Dudley. It ranks 7th of 15 primary schools in Halesowen. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in February 2020.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 4 February 2020, report published 10 March 2020

Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good
Early years provision
Good
Safeguarding
Met

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 9 April 2025

Colley Lane is a happy school where pupils feel safe and supported. They enjoy learning both in lessons and through the wide range of additional clubs on offer. Many pupils attend morning activities or breakfast club, which is available to all. Pupils say that their teachers are kind and supportive. They also say that bullying is rare and that adults help them to sort out any problems. Leaders at all levels demonstrate a clear vision for the school. They have high expectations. As a result, pupils' outcomes are at least in line with their peers nationally. The school values are inspired by the those shared across the trust. Pupils are encouraged to 'aspire' and to be ready, respectful and safe. There is a clear focus on being ready to learn and the characteristics of being a good citizen. The value of being respectful was evident through pupil discussions, which underpins the moral purpose of the school. Parents and carers are positive about the school. Many parents would recommend the school. They appreciate the range of extra activities and enriching curriculum that is provided. Several parents commented on how well the teachers support their children.

Exam results

SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25

60 pupils took the tests

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths72%

72%, 10 percentage points above the England average of 62%.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths17%

17%, 9 percentage points above the England average of 8%.

Reading, average scaled score104

104, 2 below the England average of 106.

Maths, average scaled score106

106, 1 above the England average of 105.

Grammar, punctuation and spelling, average scaled score103

103, 2 below the England average of 105.

Pupil numbers and mix

483 pupils on roll, with places for 720

Eligible for free school meals30.4%

30.4%, 3.9 percentage points above the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language35.2%

35.2%, 13.6 percentage points above the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support12.6%

12.6%, 2.2 percentage points below the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan3.5%

3.5%, 2.5 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near Colley Lane Primary Academy

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Cradley CofE Primary School0.1 milesOfsted: Outstanding77% met the expected standard
Caslon Primary Community School0.6 milesOfsted judgements: Requires improvement to good52% met the expected standard
Timbertree Academy0.7 milesOfsted judgements: Outstanding86% met the expected standard
Quarry Bank Primary School1 mileOfsted: Good63% met the expected standard
Wollescote Primary School1 mileOfsted: Good64% met the expected standard

School details

School type
Academy converter
Sector
Academy
Trust
WINDSOR ACADEMY TRUST
Age range
3 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Nursery classes
Yes
Headteacher
Ms R Anderson
Address
Colley Lane, Halesowen, B63 2TN
Local authority
Dudley
URN
142964

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.