George Betts Primary Academy
West End Avenue, Smethwick, B66 1REOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
George Betts Primary Academy is a primary school in Smethwick for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 133 schools in Sandwell. It ranks 2nd of 15 primary schools in Smethwick. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in June 2019.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 5 June 2019, report published 26 June 2019
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 16 July 2024
Pupils at George Betts Primary Academy thrive as this is a school which puts considerable thought into the curriculum and the wider opportunities that pupils benefit from. As a group of pupils, typical of many, said to the inspector, 'In our diverse school we have many opportunities for every child and caring teachers who want all pupils to succeed.' Due to all this, pupils achieve exceptionally well and are very happy. Pupils invariably behave very well. This is because they understand the importance the school places on mutual respect and doing your best. Very well-established routines enable all pupils to feel safe and thrive. House captains take a lead in modelling the school's expectations for younger pupils. Pupils know that if they have concerns, they can speak to an adult or use the school's worry box. The school's personal development of its pupils is a significant strength. This includes local visits, a residential to Worcestershire and a trip to London. Pupils value the many clubs they have in school, including sports for girls and boys, as well as a choir and music lessons. Pupil house captains take a lead in the competitions and sports days which are highlights for the community. There are opportunities too for celebrations in school, about which pupils speak very positively.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
59 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
383 pupils on roll, with places for 446
Schools near George Betts Primary Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rood End Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted judgements: Requires improvement to good | 50% met the expected standard |
| Holy Trinity CofE Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 64% met the expected standard |
| St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | 71% met the expected standard |
| Lyng Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 63% met the expected standard |
| Christ Church Church of England Primary School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted judgements: Inadequate to requires improvement | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- THE ELLIOT FOUNDATION ACADEMIES TRUST
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Nikki Rolfe
- Phone
- 01215580472
- Address
- West End Avenue, Smethwick, B66 1RE
- Local authority
- Sandwell
- URN
- 139565
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.