Kingsthorne Primary School
Birmingham, B44 0BX · Birmingham · primary school
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204th 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 — 3.7/10 against 536 of 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 | 52.0 · 22 | 40% | 0.88 |
| 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.
Kingsthorne Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 52.0% 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 (3.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 328 pupils against a stated capacity of 446. 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 trips or arts projects are scheduled for the next term?
What Ofsted said about Kingsthorne Primary School
Overview
Kingsthorne Primary School continues to be a good school, where "everyone feels welcome" and pupils are "friendly" and "kind." Leaders maintain "high expectations" for all pupils, including those with special educational needs, ensuring they experience a "broad and interesting curriculum" that fosters positive attitudes towards learning.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "ambitious" and "sequenced carefully," helping pupils to "know and remember more" in subjects such as art and science.
- Teachers possess "strong subject knowledge" and use "clear explanations" to ensure pupils, including those with SEND, understand exactly what is required for success.
- Pupils are "passionate about reading," with staff providing effective phonics support so children can read books that "match the sounds they know."
- There is a "strong culture of safeguarding," with staff receiving regular training to spot risks and leaders responding "quickly" to concerns.
- Governors have an "accurate view" of the school’s strengths and weaknesses, and staff appreciate the support they receive regarding workload.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure the new assessment system for foundation subjects is "fully embedded" so teachers can verify pupils have learned the intended curriculum.
- In the early years, adults should consistently model language that encourages children to provide a "narrative for what they are doing" to improve vocabulary acquisition.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a "strong culture" where staff are trained to identify risks and leaders work well with external agencies to support pupils and families.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 48% |
| 2024/25 | 52% |
| 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.
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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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