Jervoise School
Birmingham, B29 5QU · Birmingham · primary school
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31st 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 — 9.9/10 against 699 of them, against 9.2/10 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 | 83.0 · 92 | 40% | 3.67 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 20.0 · 92 | 25% | 2.30 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Jervoise School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 83.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 20.0% reached the higher standard, against a 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 (9.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Music Performance Club, or take part in Multi-Skills, Badminton, and Athletics.
Getting in
The published school roll is 198 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 maths? What specific support is available for those aiming for the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Jervoise School
Overview
This ungraded inspection confirms the school remains ‘good’, though evidence suggests a graded inspection might yield a lower judgement. Leaders have made significant progress following a period of instability, with parents recognising improvements in behaviour and curriculum. However, the report notes that ‘there is more work to be done’ to ensure all pupils achieve their potential, particularly in literacy.
Strengths
- Pupils are ‘happy and feel safe’ in an inclusive environment where bullying is effectively addressed.
- The curriculum is ‘ambitious and well sequenced’, with strong foundations in mathematics and geography.
- Early reading instruction is effective, with a ‘well-structured phonics programme’ helping most pupils acquire essential skills.
- Systems for supporting pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) have been strengthened, enabling them to ‘achieve well’.
- Staff feel ‘valued and part of a caring team’, contributing to a positive school culture.
Areas to improve
- The writing curriculum is ‘not delivered consistently well’, with weaknesses in spelling, punctuation, and handwriting limiting pupil achievement.
- Pupils lack sufficient support to develop ‘comprehension and fluency skills’ beyond early reading, resulting in low confidence and limited independent reading.
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 | 44% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 83% |
| 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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