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The Meadows School

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The Meadows School

The Meadows School, Dudley Road East, Sandwell, Oldbury, B69 3BU

Community special school
Pupils
223
Ages
11-19
FSM
54.1%
Capacity
215
Ofsted
Requires improvement
Jul 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
N/A
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
N/A
Basics 9-5
N/A

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

DfE school-level GCSE grade distribution is available from 2023/24 onwards; no data for earlier years

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About The Meadows School

The Meadows School is a secondary school in Oldbury, Sandwell. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2023 inspection). The school has around 223 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: The Meadows School, Dudley Road East, Oldbury, B69 3BU | More schools in Sandwell

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for The Meadows School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Jul 2023 — Requires improvement
  2. Jun 2013 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about The Meadows School

What is The Meadows School's Ofsted rating?
The Meadows School received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.
Where is The Meadows School located?
The Meadows School is a secondary school in Oldbury, Sandwell (B69 3BU).
How many pupils attend The Meadows School?
The Meadows School has around 223 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare The Meadows School with other schools?
View The Meadows School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Sandwell.