Bishop Wilson Church of England Primary School
Birmingham, B37 7TR · Solihull · primary school
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35th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.1/10 against 905 of them, against 4.5/10 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 | 61.0 · 41 | 40% | 1.65 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bishop Wilson Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 61.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Forest School, Fitness/Boxing, Multi-skills, Cricket, Dodgeball, and Chess clubs. Sports include rowing, football, gymnastics, netball, table tennis, cricket, and dance. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 415 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the Forest School sessions? How does the school manage the transition for children moving from Year 6?
What Ofsted said about Bishop Wilson Church of England Primary School
Overview
Bishop Wilson Church of England Primary School is described as a “caring school” where “building relationships and community are at the heart of all they do.” Pupils are “happy to attend,” engage enthusiastically in learning, and achieve well across the curriculum in a “calm environment.” The inspection highlights an “exceptional focus on personal development” and effective provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “ambitious for all pupils,” setting out important knowledge and skills for future success.
- “Personal development” is outstanding, with a PSHE curriculum that prepares pupils well for life in modern Britain and helps them manage emotions.
- Provision for pupils with SEND and disadvantaged pupils is a strength, featuring “clear systems for swift identification” and tailored support.
- Reading is “at the heart of the school’s curriculum,” with effective phonics teaching and high-quality reading experiences.
- Governors are “highly committed” and hold leaders to account, while staff workload and work-life balance are mindful priorities.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, staff do not “assess or systematically check that pupils are learning the knowledge the school intends.”
- Assessment is not consistently used to inform teaching, meaning pupils do not always receive “timely support to improve their work.”
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 55% |
| 2023/24 | 53% |
| 2024/25 | 61% |
| 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
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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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