Blakesley Hall Primary School
Birmingham, B33 8TH · Birmingham · primary school
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233rd of 258 primary schools in Birmingham we can score, 291 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 1.3/10 against 655 of them, against 1.1/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 43.0 · 11 | 40% | 0.42 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Blakesley Hall Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 43.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2024. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (1.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access a breakfast club and after-school club. Sports activities include cricket, dodgeball, multi-skills, gymnastics, tri-golf, and football.
Getting in
The published school roll is 462 pupils against a stated capacity of 510. 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 strategies are used to raise attainment in writing?
What Ofsted said about Blakesley Hall Primary School
Overview
Blakesley Hall Primary School provides a warm and respectful environment where pupils feel safe and happy. The school delivers an ambitious curriculum with high-quality teaching, resulting in good outcomes for most pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. However, improvements are needed regarding attendance, communication with parents, and the development of subject-specific language skills.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate strong personal development, managing their emotions well and treating others with respect, including those with different beliefs.
- The curriculum is diverse and rich, with reading given high priority; pupils value books and engage positively in learning opportunities.
- Staff provide effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, carefully adapting learning to ensure they work successfully alongside classmates.
- Behaviour has improved following policy revisions, with pupils trusting adults to resolve issues quickly and playing well together.
- Leaders and governors work effectively to support staff well-being and challenge leaders to maintain high standards.
Areas to improve
- The school must strengthen strategies to improve regular attendance, as gaps in learning are affecting pupil achievement.
- Communication methods need review to ensure all parents receive timely information about their child’s progress and school life.
- Pupils require better support to develop secure subject-specific language skills to understand written questions and problem-solving activities.
Safeguarding
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 | 45% |
| 2023/24 | 47% |
| 2024/25 | 43% |
| 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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