Kitwell Primary School
Birmingham, B32 4DL · Birmingham · primary school
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175th 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 — 5.4/10 against 230 of them, against 3.4/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 40% | 0.96 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Kitwell Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in October 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 174 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 activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Kitwell Primary School
Overview
Kitwell Primary School is rated as ‘Good’ across all inspection categories, marking a significant improvement from its previous ‘Requires improvement’ judgement. The report highlights that “pupils’ well-being is at the heart of everything that happens,” with staff displaying high ambitions for every child. Leaders have successfully implemented a new, ambitious curriculum that ensures pupils learn a wide range of subjects, fostering an inclusive environment where relationships are “warm and respectful.”
Strengths
- Pupils display “positive behaviours,” being described as “welcoming, friendly and curious,” with strong, caring relationships between adults and children.
- Personal development is a priority, supported by an “impressive range of activities” including trips, clubs, and leadership roles that raise aspirations and character.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are “very well supported” through effective interventions and strong partnerships with parents.
- Reading is a clear priority; daily story time and targeted phonics support help pupils gain “confidence and fluency,” with staff quickly identifying those needing extra help.
- Staff feel valued, believing that leaders “care about their workload and well-being.”
Areas to improve
- The content children are expected to know in the early years is not clearly set out, meaning adults do not always know what to teach and when.
- The outside learning environment in the early years is “underdeveloped,” limiting opportunities to extend children’s learning.
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 | 53% |
| 2023/24 | 37% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| 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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