- Ofsted:Strong standard or better
Results well above the England average.
Met the standard at 1178%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.3%
- Pupils
- 477
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.1
Schools in B68
A postcode district in Sandwell
- Postcode district
- 28 schools and nurseries
In short: B68 is a postcode district in Sandwell with 11 primary schools, 4 secondary schools and 13 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries2811 primary · 4 secondary · 13 nurseries
Top-rated
All B68 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in B68
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in B68
11 in B68, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
43 first choices, 46 offers made
Met the standard at 1173%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.6%
- Pupils
- 431
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.5
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
69 first choices, 59 offers made
Met the standard at 1163%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.9%
- Pupils
- 413
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.9
Top Secondary Schools in B68
4 in B68, best first
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results above the England average.
249 first choices, 188 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1651.6
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.0%
- Pupils
- 1,088
- Pupils per teacher
- 15.2
- Ofsted:Good
Results above the England average.
344 first choices, 292 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1650.4
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 5.4%
- Pupils
- 1,490
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.2
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
58 first choices, 101 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1641.4
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.8%
- Pupils
- 682
- Pupils per teacher
- 12.6
Nurseries in B68
13 in B68, highest Ofsted grade first
Tinywoods Preschool
Oldbury, B68 0LP · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
5 STAR DAY NURSERY LTD
Oldbury, B68 8ED · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Blossoms at Bloxcidge House
Oldbury, B68 8QH · Nursery
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in B68
1 in B68, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results above the England average.
249 first choices, 188 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1651.6
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.0%
- Pupils
- 1,088
- Pupils per teacher
- 15.2
Special Schools in B68
1 in B68. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
The Orchard School
Oldbury, B68 8LD · Special · Primary · Ages 2 to 11
- Ofsted:Good in every area
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 13.3%
- Pupils
- 173
- Pupils per teacher
- 7.4
Private Schools in B68
1 in B68. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Al Khair Primary School
West Midlands, B68 8LR · Independent · Primary · Ages 2 to 11
- Ofsted:Good
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 70
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in B68, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding2
- Good14
- Not graded yet12
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every B68 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
B68 has 28 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in B68
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Questions
Questions parents ask about B68
Nearby areas
How many schools are in B68?
B68 has 28 schools, including 11 primary schools, 4 secondary schools, 13 nurseries, 1 independent school, 1 special school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in B68?
The highest-ranked schools in B68 on Eduscope are Moat Farm Junior School, Bristnall Hall Academy, Q3 Academy Langley. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in B68?
There is 1 independent school in B68. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare it on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in B68?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 28 schools in B68 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.