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Schools in DY8

A postcode district in Dudley

  • Postcode district
  • 36 schools and nurseries

In short: DY8 is a postcode district in Dudley with 12 primary schools, 8 secondary schools and 15 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries3612 primary · 8 secondary · 15 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in DY8

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.

All DY8 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in DY8

12 in DY8, best first

Amblecote Primary School

Stourbridge, DY8 4DQ · State · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Expected standard or better

Results well above the England average.

46 first choices, 45 offers made

Met the standard at 1171%

England 62%

Days missed
4.4%
Pupils
299
Pupils per teacher
21.8
View school Amblecote Primary School

The Ridge Primary School

Stourbridge, DY8 3NF · State · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

39 first choices, 32 offers made

Met the standard at 1162%

England 62%

Days missed
4.8%
Pupils
236
Pupils per teacher
22.2
View school The Ridge Primary School
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Top Secondary Schools in DY8

8 in DY8, best first

Hagley Catholic High School

Hagley, DY8 2XL · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

180 first choices, 185 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1648.8

England 46.2

Days missed
7.1%
Pupils
1,088
Pupils per teacher
16.6
View school Hagley Catholic High School

Old Swinford Hospital

Stourbridge, DY8 1QX · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Needs attention in 1 area

Results well above the England average.

230 first choices, 167 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1657.9

England 46.2

Days missed
7.1%
Pupils
1,036
Pupils per teacher
17.8
View school Old Swinford Hospital
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Nurseries in DY8

15 in DY8, highest Ofsted grade first

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Sixth Forms in DY8

5 in DY8, by the school's Eduscope score

Hagley Catholic High School

Hagley, DY8 2XL · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

180 first choices, 185 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1648.8

England 46.2

Days missed
7.1%
Pupils
1,088
Pupils per teacher
16.6
View school Hagley Catholic High School

Old Swinford Hospital

Stourbridge, DY8 1QX · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Needs attention in 1 area

Results well above the England average.

230 first choices, 167 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1657.9

England 46.2

Days missed
7.1%
Pupils
1,036
Pupils per teacher
17.8
View school Old Swinford Hospital

Special Schools in DY8

1 in DY8. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Glasshouse College

Stourbridge, DY8 4HF · Special · 16+ · Ages 16 to 25

  • Ofsted:Expected standard or better

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

View school Glasshouse College

Private Schools in DY8

2 in DY8. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Blackwater Academy Stourbridge

Stourbridge, DY8 1EB · 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
10
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Blackwater Academy Stourbridge
The map

Every school in DY8, 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.

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Brook Primary School, GoodThe Ridge Primary School, GoodAmblecote Primary School, Expected standard or betterAshwood Park Primary School, Requires improvementBelle Vue Primary School, Requires improvement in 5 areasOldswinford C of E Primary School, GoodSt James's CofE Primary School, GoodOld Swinford Hospital, Needs attention in 1 areaElmfield Rudolf Steiner School Limited, Expected standard in every areaGlasshouse College, Expected standard or betterHaybridge High School and Sixth Form, GoodRedhill School, GoodHagley Catholic High School, GoodSt Joseph's RC Primary School, GoodRidgewood High School, GoodKing Edward VI College Stourbridge, GoodFairhaven Primary School, Requires improvementGig Mill Primary School, GoodThe Wordsley School, GoodGreenfield Primary School, GoodPhoenix Centre Specialist Pre School, OutstandingLittle Saints Preschool, GoodDaisy Chain Day Nursery, OutstandingSt Michael's Christian Pre- School, OutstandingHappy Faces Stourbridge Ltd, GoodRainbow Day Nursery, GoodWordsley Pre-School & Playgroup, GoodGreenfield Nursery, GoodLittle Hands Daycare Stourbridge, OutstandingShooting Stars Nurseries Stourbridge, GoodGreenfield Pre-School, OutstandingLittle Hands Daycare Amblecote, GoodSt Mary's Preschool OldswinfordFairhaven Under Fives Centre, OutstandingMischief & Giggles Ltd. T/a Twinkle Toes Private Day Nursery, Requires improvementBlackwater Academy Stourbridge
  • Outstanding6
  • Good20
  • Requires improvement3
  • Not graded yet7
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Schools in DY8 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.

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What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every DY8 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

DY8 has 36 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.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about DY8

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How many schools are in DY8?

DY8 has 36 schools, including 12 primary schools, 8 secondary schools, 15 nurseries, 2 independent schools, 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 DY8?

The highest-ranked schools in DY8 on Eduscope are Amblecote Primary School, Haybridge High School and Sixth Form, Oldswinford C of E Primary School. 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 DY8?

There are 2 independent schools in DY8. 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 DY8 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in DY8?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 36 schools in DY8 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.

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