New Invention Learning Academy
New Invention Learning Academy is a primary school (Academy converter), ages 7–11, in Willenhall, WV12, in the Walsall council area. It has 362 pupils in the published census. Latest Ofsted inspection (24 February 2026): Report card: Strong standard in 5 areas, Needs attention in 1 area.
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Ofsted
Report card: Strong standard in 5 areas, Needs attention in 1 area — inspected 24 February 2026.
| Area | Judgement |
|---|---|
Safeguarding standards | Met |
Inclusion | Strong standard |
Curriculum and teaching | Strong standard |
Achievement | Strong standard |
Attendance and behaviour | Strong standard |
Personal development and wellbeing | Needs attention |
Leadership and governance | Strong standard |
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Results
| Measure | Result | Academic year |
|---|---|---|
KS2: expected standard in reading, writing & maths (%) | 79 | 2024/25 |
KS2: higher standard in reading, writing & maths (%) | 10 | 2024/25 |
KS2 pupils | 91 | 2024/25 |
Pupils
| Measure | Pupils / percentage | Data period |
|---|---|---|
Pupils | 362 | 2025/26 |
Eligible for free school meals | 23.2% | 2025/26 |
English as an additional language | 31.8% | 2025/26 |
SEN support | 8.77% | 2024/25 |
Education, health and care (EHC) plan | 3.29% | 2024/25 |
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