Bournville Village Primary
Birmingham, B30 1JY · Birmingham · primary school
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44th 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 — 8.3/10 against 4,266 of them, against 8.3/10 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 | 79.0 · 86 | 40% | 3.43 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bournville Village Primary overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 79.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 13.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2024. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (8.3 out of 10 either way).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join clubs including Friendship Bracelets, Card, Dinosaur, Music Technology, Recorder, Electro-music, Lego, and Colouring. Sports options include football and outdoor games. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 652 pupils against a stated capacity of 654. 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 curriculum support the 13.0% of pupils reaching the higher standard? What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard?
What Ofsted said about Bournville Village Primary
Overview
Pupils are described as happy and proud of the school’s heritage, benefiting from a “warmest atmosphere” where staff “not only educate our children but love them too.” The school sets high expectations for behaviour and attendance, with most pupils attending regularly and behaving well. While the overall effectiveness is rated Good, the report highlights specific inconsistencies in curriculum delivery that impact learning progress.
Strengths
- Early years provision is strong, with children settling well and receiving careful planning to meet their development needs.
- Pupils learn to read with “confidence, accuracy and fluency,” supported by effective phonics teaching and rapid intervention for those falling behind.
- A vast range of clubs and opportunities, including music, sports, and eco-council work, help pupils develop confidence, teamwork, and personal skills.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are identified swiftly and supported well to be successful.
- Staff report being positive about leadership support for managing workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must consistently identify and address gaps in pupils’ knowledge to prevent them from moving on to new work before they are ready.
- The school should support teachers to develop the knowledge and skills needed to teach the writing curriculum effectively, ensuring pupils achieve expected standards in legibility, fluency, and stamina.
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 | 53% |
| 2023/24 | 66% |
| 2024/25 | 79% |
| 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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