Bordesley Green Primary School
Birmingham, B9 5XX · Birmingham · primary school
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225th 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 — 1.4/10 against 721 of them, against 1.2/10 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 | 46.0 · 14 | 40% | 0.55 |
| 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.
Bordesley Green Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 46.0% 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%. 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 (1.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.2 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023.
Beyond the classroom
A breakfast club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 639 pupils against a stated capacity of 712. 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 help children reach the higher standard? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Bordesley Green Primary School
Overview
Bordesley Green Primary School is described as a "happy and welcoming" environment where pupils feel safe and valued. The inspection confirms that leaders have designed a "broad and ambitious curriculum" and that most pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, achieve well. The school maintains high standards in behaviour, personal development, and leadership, with a strong emphasis on equality and community.
Strengths
- Pupils are "proud to attend" and demonstrate polite, respectful behaviour, with bullying dealt with effectively.
- Phonics is taught "well and with consistency," with staff providing ample practice and well-matched reading books.
- The curriculum reflects the school’s diverse community, helping pupils develop a "mature understanding of the importance of equality and tolerance."
- Leaders identify pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities early, ensuring they can "follow the same curriculum as their peers."
- Staff are well-trained in safeguarding, and pupils are informed about potential dangers, including online risks and knife crime.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure all teachers deliver the curriculum consistently, as some tasks do not help pupils "recall and build upon prior learning," limiting long-term retention.
- Leaders should continue working with families to improve attendance, as too many pupils miss school regularly, which "hinders their progress."
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," noting that staff are well trained and procedures to identify and report concerns are clearly understood.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 36% |
| 2023/24 | 44% |
| 2024/25 | 46% |
| 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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