Guardian Angels Catholic Primary School
Birmingham, B34 7HN · Birmingham · primary school
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207th 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 — 3.2/10 against 1,013 of them, against 2.5/10 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 | 41.0 · 9 | 40% | 0.35 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| 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.
Guardian Angels Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 41.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (3.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 196 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 literacy? What does a typical day look like for a child in the lower years? How does the school engage parents in monitoring progress between termly reports?
What Ofsted said about Guardian Angels Catholic Primary School
Overview
Guardian Angels Catholic Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a "haven of calm" where pupils feel safe and are highly positive about their experiences. The report highlights a friendly, welcoming environment with high expectations for behaviour and a curriculum that supports all pupils, including those with special educational needs.
Strengths
- Pupils are "mature and courteous," consistently meeting high behavioural expectations and contributing positively to school life.
- The curriculum is "carefully sequenced" with a "golden thread" of high ambition, particularly for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Leaders have implemented a "highly consistent approach to teaching phonics," helping pupils become "confident and fluent readers."
- Staff benefit from a "centrally planned curriculum" and detailed subject knowledge, supported by leaders who consider workload and well-being.
- Pupils enjoy "plentiful" wider opportunities, including clubs, sports, and leadership roles, enhancing their spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must check pupils’ understanding "consistently well" before moving on to new learning, as current gaps in knowledge cause some pupils to struggle to express their learning securely over time.
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 | 48% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 41% |
| 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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