Conway Primary School
Birmingham, B11 1NS · Birmingham · primary school
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223rd 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 — 4.5/10 against 255 of them, against 2.7/10 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 | 54.0 · 26 | 62% | 1.59 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 38% | 1.13 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Conway Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 54.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 3.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 391 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 below the expected standard in maths? What specific interventions are in place for the 3.0% who reach the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Conway Primary School
Overview
Conway Primary is described as a "highly inclusive school" where pupils and staff embody values of "ambition, resilience, respect". The report highlights a "purposeful atmosphere" with "warm and respectful" relationships, noting that pupils feel safe, happy, and enjoy their learning.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from a "strong culture of safeguarding and well-being" and speak positively about the support they receive.
- The school "successfully identifies the key knowledge pupils need to succeed", particularly in reading, phonics, and mathematics.
- Leaders effectively analyse attendance trends and provide support, helping to "improve the attendance of all pupils".
- Staff use precise information to adapt learning for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- The personal, social, health and economic (PSHE) curriculum is "well-planned and sequenced", covering topics like online safety.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure pupils’ understanding is "regularly checked" to identify and close gaps in learning, as inconsistent checking limits progress.
- Early years activities are not fully aligned with the planned curriculum, meaning children lack opportunities to "practise and apply their learning when working independently".
- Teachers should plan challenging tasks to "stretch all pupils to reach their potential", as some are not always challenged to extend their knowledge across the curriculum.
Safeguarding
The report states that "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 | 38% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 54% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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