Firs Primary School
Birmingham, B36 8LL · Birmingham · primary school
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248th 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 — 5.8/10 against 136 of them, against 3.0/10 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 | 48.0 · 16 | 40% | 0.65 |
| Ofsted | 1 | 35% | 0.03 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Firs Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 48.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in February 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
A breakfast club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 279 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 areas did the February 2026 inspection highlight for improvement? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about Firs Primary School
Overview
Firs Primary School has undergone significant leadership changes, resulting in a "calm climate" and improved behaviour. While safeguarding standards are securely met and personal development is strong, the report identifies that attainment, attendance, and teaching quality currently "need attention." Leaders are addressing these issues, but improvements are not yet sustained across all areas.
Strengths
- Safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture" where concerns are actively managed.
- Personal development is at an "expected standard," with pupils demonstrating pride, democratic engagement, and an understanding of British values.
- Behaviour is "typically calm and respectful," with bullying being rare and staff responding appropriately.
- Mathematics outcomes show "clear progress," and phonics screening results have improved.
- The school provides a broad range of extracurricular opportunities, including trips and leadership roles, accessible to all pupils.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must strengthen assessment to identify starting points and address gaps in knowledge, particularly in early writing and reading.
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) needs to be more timely, precise, and impactful.
- Systems to improve attendance must be embedded effectively to reduce persistent absence and lateness.
- Early years staff should use consistent, effective approaches to develop children’s language and vocabulary.
Safeguarding
The report states that "safeguarding standards are met," noting that leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and pupils feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 28% |
| 2023/24 | 29% |
| 2024/25 | 48% |
| 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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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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