Gossey Lane Academy
Birmingham, B33 0DS · Birmingham · primary school
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106th 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 — 7.5/10 against 170 of them, against 5.4/10 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 62% | 2.85 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 38% | 2.54 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Gossey Lane Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 10.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
A breakfast club is available, and pupils visit the Central Jamia Mosque.
Getting in
The published school roll is 183 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
How does the school support pupils in reaching the higher standard in maths? What are the specific entry criteria for the next academic year? How is the breakfast club structured to support morning readiness?
What Ofsted said about Gossey Lane Academy
Overview
Pupils “flourish” at this school, benefiting from a “nurturing ethos” and “kind and welcoming atmosphere.” The report highlights “exemplary” behaviour and “Outstanding” personal development, noting that pupils feel “happy and safe” and are “very well prepared for their future lives.”
Strengths
- Pupils display “exemplary” conduct, are “highly respectful,” and celebrate diversity.
- An “effective reading programme” ensures children learn to read with “increasing confidence and understanding.”
- Pupils benefit from a “broad and rich set of experiences,” including leadership roles and extra-curricular clubs.
- Staff are “dedicated” with a “strong culture of support and teamwork,” feeling “valued and listened to.”
- Attendance is a “key focus,” with the school being “relentless” in identifying and addressing concerns.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure a “consistent approach to checking for mistakes in written work” so that “errors in thinking persist” no longer.
- The school should ensure all staff have the necessary knowledge and skills to guarantee “consistently high quality” curriculum delivery across the school.
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 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 66% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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