- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
Met the standard at 1177%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 5.1%
- Pupils
- 248
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.2
Schools in DY4
A postcode district in Sandwell
- Postcode district
- 31 schools and nurseries
In short: DY4 is a postcode district in Sandwell with 16 primary schools, 6 secondary schools and 11 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries3116 primary · 6 secondary · 11 nurseries
Top-rated
All DY4 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in DY4
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 DY4
16 in DY4, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results above the England average.
20 first choices, 20 offers made
Met the standard at 1169%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 5.2%
- Pupils
- 195
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.8
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results above the England average.
45 first choices, 48 offers made
Met the standard at 1166%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 6.6%
- Pupils
- 439
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.0
Top Secondary Schools in DY4
6 in DY4, best first
- Ofsted:Good in every area
Results well below the England average.
271 first choices, 294 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1634.1
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.5%
- Pupils
- 1,563
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.7
- Ofsted:Requires improvement in 1 area
Results below the England average.
143 first choices, 160 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1639.2
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 9.2%
- Pupils
- 1,140
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.6
Nurseries in DY4
11 in DY4, highest Ofsted grade first
Summerhill's Little Treasures
Tipton, DY4 9PF · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Kangaroo Pouch At Great Bridge
Tipton, DY4 7BX · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Kiddies Playhouse Tipton
Tipton, DY4 8QJ · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in DY4
2 in DY4, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Good in every area
Results well below the England average.
271 first choices, 294 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1634.1
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.5%
- Pupils
- 1,563
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.7
- Ofsted:Requires improvement in 1 area
Results below the England average.
143 first choices, 160 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1639.2
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 9.2%
- Pupils
- 1,140
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.6
Special Schools in DY4
2 in DY4. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Compass Community School Victoria Park
Tipton, DY4 8SW · Independent · All-through · Ages 6 to 17
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 30
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Tipton Green College
Tipton, DY4 9ER · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19
- Ofsted:Needs attention in 1 area
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 30
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Private Schools in DY4
3 in DY4. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Compass Community School Victoria Park
Tipton, DY4 8SW · Independent · All-through · Ages 6 to 17
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 30
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Tipton Green College
Tipton, DY4 9ER · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19
- Ofsted:Needs attention in 1 area
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 30
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Blackwater Academy Sandwell
Tipton, DY4 7NB · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16
- No Ofsted grade yet
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 38
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in DY4, 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.
- Outstanding1
- Good17
- Not graded yet13
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Schools in DY4 sit in 2 council areas. 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 DY4 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
DY4 has 31 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 DY4
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about DY4
Nearby areas
How many schools are in DY4?
DY4 has 31 schools, including 16 primary schools, 6 secondary schools, 11 nurseries, 3 independent schools, 2 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in DY4?
The highest-ranked schools in DY4 on Eduscope are Ocker Hill Academy, St Pauls Church of England Academy, Wednesbury Oak Academy. 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 DY4?
There are 3 independent schools in DY4. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in DY4 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in DY4?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 31 schools in DY4 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.