Grove School
Birmingham, B21 9HB · Birmingham · primary school
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205th 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 — 3.4/10 against 726 of them, against 2.4/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 40% | 0.96 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Grove School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (3.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join clubs such as Grove Groovers, Street Dance, and Cheerleading. Sports include hockey, football, basketball, netball, and cricket. An after-school club is available for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 606 pupils against a stated capacity of 720. 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 support is available for the 2.0% who reach the higher standard? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Grove School
Overview
Grove School continues to be a good school, described as a ‘happy school’ where pupils feel ‘exceptionally safe and well cared for’. The inspection confirms that staff are committed to ensuring all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, achieve their best from different starting points. Leaders and governors work exceptionally well in the best interests of pupils, fostering a warm and successful environment.
Strengths
- Pupils get off to an ‘excellent start with learning to read’, with staff skilfully teaching phonics and identifying gaps without delay.
- The approach to pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities is ‘impressive’, with precise target-setting enabling capable progress.
- Children in the early years achieve very well, showing ‘excellent levels of concentration and independence’ through carefully planned activities.
- Pupils behave sensibly, listen carefully to teachers, and ‘relish learning new things’ without disruption.
- The school successfully develops responsible citizens, with pupils demonstrating a ‘deep understanding of tolerance and respect’.
Areas to improve
- Assessment approaches in some subjects have not been fully developed, preventing staff from identifying gaps in learning and supporting pupils’ next steps securely.
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 | 51% |
| 2023/24 | 62% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| 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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