Harper Bell Seventh-day Adventist School
Birmingham, B12 0EJ · Birmingham · primary school
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251st 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 1.4/10 against 2,170 of them, against 1.6/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 62% | 1.17 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Harper Bell Seventh-day Adventist School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (1.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 138 pupils against a stated capacity of 218. 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 steps are taken to help students progress towards the higher standard? How does the school maintain its current pupil numbers relative to its available capacity?
What Ofsted said about Harper Bell Seventh-day Adventist School
Overview
The report states that pupils are “not benefitting from an acceptable quality of education” due to significant staffing changes and variable teaching standards. While the curriculum is described as “coherent and well designed,” its delivery is inconsistent, leading to low achievement and frequent disruption. The school has been placed in special measures because leaders are not yet demonstrating the capacity to secure necessary improvements.
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe, understand how to keep themselves safe online, and are “adamant that bullying is not tolerated.”
- Personal development is promoted well, with pupils showing a “good appreciation of the diverse society” and upholding fundamental British values.
- Attendance is generally regular, with the school being “rigorous in following up on all absences.”
- Effective safeguarding arrangements are in place, and senior leaders manage these areas well to ensure pupil well-being.
Areas to improve
- Leaders, governors, and the NEC board must work collectively to address inadequacies in curriculum appraisal, SEND provision, and behaviour standards more quickly.
- Staff, including temporary staff, must follow the intended curriculum, revisit prior learning, and address gaps to help pupils build on their knowledge.
- The school must build subject leadership capacity and improve early years provision, particularly phonics, to ensure children are well prepared for Year 1.
Safeguarding
The report confirms 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 | 54% |
| 2023/24 | 20% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| 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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