Kingsbury Primary School
Tamworth, B78 2HW · Warwickshire · primary school
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156th of 161 primary schools in Warwickshire we can score, 196 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 the 3,042 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.0/10 among them, against 2.5/10 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 | 1 | 35% | 0.02 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Kingsbury Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 54.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.0 out of 10 among them, against 2.5 out of 10 nationally. The school was inspected in February 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in cross country, football, mini triathlon, biathlon, tag rugby, infant agility, hockey, and indoor athletics. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 206 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 steps are taken to raise attainment to the higher standard? How does the after-school club integrate with the curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Kingsbury Primary School
Overview
The report states that the school "requires special measures" because it is "failing to provide an acceptable standard of education" and leaders are "not demonstrating the capacity to secure the necessary improvement." Inspectors found that pupils "do not make the progress they should through the curriculum," with many struggling with foundational skills in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Strengths
- Children in the early years "benefit from warm, positive relationships with staff" and "feel welcomed and safe in school."
- Parents and carers receive "helpful updates" about their children’s experiences, creating "effective partnerships" that support learning at home.
- Pupils are encouraged to "respect those of others" and experience "age-appropriate democracy" through roles such as school councillors.
- Bullying is described as "rare," and pupils report that "trusted adults will help them if worries arise."
Areas to improve
- Leaders must "equip themselves with the knowledge and skills required to fulfil their statutory duties" and hold leaders to account, as governance is currently "weak."
- Leaders should "implement effective systems to identify and assess any barriers to pupils' learning," including special educational needs, to ensure staff can support pupils appropriately.
- Leaders should "develop a strategic approach to analysing patterns of absence" to rapidly reduce persistent absenteeism, which remains high.
Safeguarding
The report confirms that "safeguarding standards are met," noting that leaders have established an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are "actively identified, acted upon and managed."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 44% |
| 2023/24 | 47% |
| 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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