Kings Rise Academy
Birmingham, B44 0JL · Birmingham · primary school
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168th 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 — 6.1/10 against 417 of them, against 4.0/10 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Kings Rise Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 3.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join gymnastics, fencing, archery, and scootering clubs, as well as dance and fitness groups. The school also organises overnight residentials and provides an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 428 pupils against a stated capacity of 459. 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 activities are included in the overnight residentials? How does the after-school club operate on days when the school is at full capacity?
What Ofsted said about Kings Rise Academy
Overview
Kings Rise Academy is described as a place where pupils feel it is an ‘honour and a privilege’ to attend, characterised by a ‘strong sense of calm, unity and community’. Leaders have worked with ‘determination and dedication’ to improve provision, resulting in a school where pupils behave in a ‘safe and considerate manner’ and achieve well, particularly in core subjects.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate a ‘secure understanding of number’ and learn to read well, supported by ‘effective extra help’ and skilled leaders for special educational needs.
- The school fosters strong personal development, with pupils understanding concepts of ‘equality and tolerance’ and feeling a ‘sense of belonging’.
- Early years provision is effective, with children confidently applying key literacy and numeracy skills in their play.
- Staff work ‘seamlessly’ to provide care and nurture, creating a ‘peaceful and joyful’ atmosphere for learning.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure actions to improve the curriculum are evaluated, as they currently do not check sufficiently well on their effectiveness.
- Leaders should extend teachers’ subject knowledge and skills to ensure consistent implementation of the curriculum across all subjects.
- Teachers must address pupils’ misconceptions when they arise to prevent gaps in knowledge and repeated mistakes.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff trained to spot and respond to concerns, creating a robust ‘culture of safeguarding’.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 59% |
| 2023/24 | 62% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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