Dickens Heath Community Primary School
Solihull, B90 1NA · Solihull · primary school
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3rd of 45 primary schools in Solihull we can score, 59 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 — 8.5/10 against 4,247 of them, against 8.2/10 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 | 74.0 · 76 | 40% | 3.02 |
| Ofsted | 92 | 35% | 3.20 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 21.0 · 93 | 25% | 2.32 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Dickens Heath Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 74.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. A further 21.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. 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 (8.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.2 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in May 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils have access to swimming and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 453 pupils against a stated capacity of 470. 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 new report-card framework affect day-to-day teaching priorities? What specific support is available for pupils aiming for the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Dickens Heath Community Primary School
Overview
Dickens Heath Community Primary School is a caring, inclusive institution where pupils achieve very well and thrive in a calm, purposeful environment. The report highlights exceptional leadership, strong attendance, and high-quality teaching that ensures all pupils, including those with special educational needs, make rapid progress.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve consistently highly in reading, writing, and mathematics, with results sitting above national averages.
- A "well-thought-through and progressive curriculum" ensures knowledge gaps are quickly closed and pupils connect learning across subjects.
- Inclusion is central to the school’s ethos, with a "keep up rather than catch up" approach supporting pupils with additional needs effectively.
- Attendance is above the national average, supported by "well-considered pastoral support" and positive relationships with families.
- Behaviour is "very positive," with warm, respectful relationships and rare instances of bullying that are dealt with swiftly.
Areas to improve
- Staff in the early years should "consistently engage children in high-quality interactions and learning opportunities."
- Some early years activities could be "more specifically matched to children’s needs" to build knowledge and skills more systematically.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an open culture where concerns are actively identified and managed to ensure pupils feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 74% |
| 2023/24 | 66% |
| 2024/25 | 74% |
| 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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