Gunter Primary School
Birmingham, B24 0RU · Birmingham · primary school
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226th 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 — 3.3/10 against 1,112 of them, against 2.6/10 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 | 43.0 · 11 | 62% | 0.65 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 38% | 1.95 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Gunter Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 43.0% 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% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (3.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in swimming and the Olympic Extravaganza, with both a breakfast club and an after-school club available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 182 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 who are below the expected standard in core subjects? What specific activities are included in the Olympic Extravaganza? How are the breakfast and after-school clubs structured to support daily routines?
What Ofsted said about Gunter Primary School
Overview
Pupils at Gunter Primary School are described as happy and safe, with a strong culture where they ‘strive to succeed’. The school delivers a ‘well-designed curriculum’ that supports all learners, including those with special educational needs, and places pupils’ wider development at the heart of learning.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ‘well ordered’ so pupils build understanding over time, with particular success in early reading and phonics.
- Personal development is ‘threaded exceptionally well throughout all learning’, helping pupils manage mental health and stay safe online.
- Pupils take on meaningful responsibilities through ‘Gunter crews’ and enjoy a rich variety of clubs, trips, and extracurricular activities.
- Staff are well supported, with leaders carefully checking on well-being and considering workload, creating a positive environment for adults.
- Behaviour is good, with clear expectations and routines that help pupils ‘successfully regulate their behaviour’.
Areas to improve
- Assessment is not always used consistently to check pupils’ understanding in sufficient detail, meaning some do not secure important knowledge.
- The school lacks a clear understanding of pre-skills in some subjects, which reduces the impact of the curriculum’s ambition.
- Persistent absence remains a significant issue, slowing progress and requiring continued rigorous work with families and agencies.
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 | 43% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 43% |
| 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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