Berkswell Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Coventry, CV7 7BJ · Solihull · primary school
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24th of 45 primary schools in Solihull we can score, 59 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,535 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.4/10 among them, against 6.7/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.61 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Berkswell Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 11.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.4 out of 10 among them, against 6.7 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Dance, Mindfulness, Colouring and Chat, and Wood Work clubs, alongside sports including basketball, cricket, football, hockey, netball, rounders, and rugby. The school offers residential visits, a breakfast club, and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 230 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who do not reach the higher standard in maths? What does a typical residential visit involve for Year 6 pupils?
What Ofsted said about Berkswell Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Overview
Pupils are described as happy and ‘inspired to shine’ within a close-knit ‘Berkswell family’ that fosters safety and confidence. The school delivers a broad, balanced curriculum with outstanding behaviour and personal development, ensuring all pupils, including those with special educational needs, achieve well. Leaders maintain high ambitions for every child, supported by a strong Christian ethos and a culture of mutual respect.
Strengths
- Behaviour is ‘exemplary’, with pupils working and playing together happily in a positive, respectful culture.
- Early years provision is outstanding, with staff planning activities precisely matched to children’s needs to prepare them exceptionally well for Year 1.
- Reading is prioritised effectively; staff are trained in phonics, and books are carefully matched to sounds, helping pupils read ‘confidently and accurately’.
- Personal development is a strength, with pupils engaging in a rich range of extra-curricular activities and leadership roles such as ‘eco-warriors’.
- The curriculum is enriched with real-life contexts, and pupils with SEND receive appropriate support to access the same learning as their peers.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must use effective strategies to check if pupils remember key facts, as some currently develop ‘gaps in their knowledge over time’.
- The governing body requires additional training to gain the expertise needed to ‘challenge leaders well enough about the quality of education’.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders maintaining comprehensive knowledge of each pupil and dealing with issues quickly and effectively.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 85% |
| 2023/24 | 76% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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