Butts Primary School
Walsall, WS4 2AH · Walsall · primary school
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16th of 60 primary schools in Walsall we can score, 85 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 — 8.1/10 against 1,673 of 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 | 68.0 · 60 | 40% | 2.40 |
| 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.
Butts Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% 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 June 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in sports days, sporting competitions, and sports enrichment days, alongside a school production. Trips include residential visits, community walks, and visits to places of worship. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 241 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard? How are residential visits funded and organised for families?
What Ofsted said about Butts Primary School
Overview
Butts Primary School continues to be a good school, described as "happy and inclusive" with "warm and positive" relationships between pupils and staff. The school fosters a strong sense of community where pupils feel "safe, valued and a sense of belonging," supported by high expectations and an ambitious curriculum.
Strengths
- Pupils behave very well and enjoy lessons, talking about their learning with pride.
- The curriculum is ambitious for all, including pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), with "carefully tailored support" ensuring they achieve well.
- Reading is central to the curriculum, with phonics taught "consistently and effectively" and a well-resourced library.
- Teachers explain key information clearly, using skilful questioning to check understanding and address misconceptions.
- Staff benefit from a "strong sense of teamwork" and leaders’ consideration of their well-being and workload.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum in some subjects is "not as precisely thought out," meaning end points are not always clear and pupils’ knowledge is less secure.
- The school should continue refining the curriculum so that "precise knowledge pupils need to learn from the early years to Year 6 is identified in each subject."
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 | 72% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| 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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