Chad Vale Primary School
Birmingham, B15 3JU · Birmingham · primary school
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50th 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.5/10 against 3,508 of them, against 7.9/10 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 | 77.0 · 82 | 40% | 3.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 12.0 · 74 | 25% | 1.85 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Chad Vale Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 12.0% achieved this against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Pottery Club, Art Clubs, Dancing Classrooms, The Big Sing Soul, the School Choir, and Instrumental Tuition. The school also provides a breakfast club and an after-school club.
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 close to the higher standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child joining the Instrumental Tuition programme? How does the school manage the transition for Year 6 pupils given the recent inspection?
What Ofsted said about Chad Vale Primary School
Overview
Chad Vale Primary School continues to be a good school, fostering a strong sense of community described as a ‘village feel in the middle of the city’. Pupils are polite, feel safe, and benefit from high expectations and strong pastoral support, particularly for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- The school has improved phonics teaching, resulting in ‘very strong outcomes in reading’ and ensuring children keep up.
- Staff are dedicated to pupils’ wider development, offering meaningful leadership opportunities such as pupil governor roles.
- Behaviour is excellent; pupils are ‘polite to adults and each other’ in a ‘calm and welcoming environment’.
- The school identifies and meets the needs of all pupils promptly, with parents appreciating the support provided.
- Pupils demonstrate tolerance and respect, promoting awareness of different faiths and cultures.
Areas to improve
- The personal development curriculum is not sufficiently developed, meaning pupils lack understanding of ‘fundamental British values’ such as democracy and the rule of law.
- Some subject leaders have not explicitly identified ‘essential knowledge’ for pupils to remember, hindering long-term retention and connection of learning.
- Teachers do not ensure that books read to pupils represent a ‘wide variety of book types’.
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 | 75% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| 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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