James Watt Primary School
Birmingham, B21 0RE · Birmingham · primary school
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210th 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 — 2.6/10 against 962 of them, against 2.0/10 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 | 54.0 · 26 | 40% | 1.03 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
James Watt Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 54.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (2.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Eco Club, Circus Skills, Nursery Rhyme Club, Art and Crafts Club, Green Influencers Club, and Performing Arts Club. Sports include football, cricket, netball, athletics, multi sports, and rugby. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 423 pupils against a stated capacity of 480. 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 to progress from the expected standard to the higher standard? What specific support is available for pupils who need extra help in maths? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about James Watt Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection found that aspects of the school’s work “may not be as strong as at the time of the previous inspection,” triggering a future graded inspection. While pupils are “polite and friendly” and achieve well in reading and mathematics, the report highlights inconsistencies in curriculum delivery and writing standards.
Strengths
- Pupils are “polite and friendly,” actively including those from all backgrounds, particularly those learning English as an additional language.
- Reading is “front and centre of the curriculum,” with effective phonics support helping pupils improve fluency and catch up quickly.
- Most pupils acquire essential skills in early reading and mathematics, supported by tailored help for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Behaviour is “calm and orderly,” with staff dealing with incidents swiftly and incentives promoting positive attitudes and rising attendance.
- The school prioritises personal development, including daily exercise to boost fitness and mental health, and teaches appreciation of diversity.
Areas to improve
- Teachers in some subjects do not make clear learning objectives or set tasks that help pupils acquire necessary knowledge, leading to “gaps in pupils’ learning.”
- The writing curriculum lacks sufficient opportunities for pupils to practise writing at length, hindering the development of grammar, spelling, and stamina.
- The governing body has “limited knowledge” of the wider curriculum’s implementation, meaning school leaders’ actions are not sufficiently scrutinised.
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 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 54% |
| 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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