Olton Primary School
Solihull, B92 7QF · Solihull · primary school
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25th of 45 primary schools in Solihull we can score, 59 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 6.8/10 against 3,597 of them, against 6.4/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 68.0 · 60 | 40% | 2.40 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Olton Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 11.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (6.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.4 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 643 pupils against a stated capacity of 628. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Olton Primary School
Overview
Olton Primary School is described as a “calm and happy place” where leaders set high standards for education and behaviour. Pupils are “positive learners” who achieve well, particularly in reading and mathematics, within a united and proud school community.
Strengths
- Phonics teaching is “effective” and prepares children well, with reading books “well matched to the sounds that pupils know”.
- Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, “achieve well in reading and mathematics” due to staff with “strong subject knowledge”.
- Behaviour is “very good” in lessons; pupils “persevere” and show “responsibility and empathy” around the school.
- The curriculum is enriched by a “wide range of activities and experiences”, including theatre visits, after-school clubs, and inter-school sports competitions.
- Staff demonstrate “compassion” and provide “personalised care”, with parents expressing many positive views about the support provided.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure a consistent approach for pupils to revisit key knowledge in foundation subjects, as current variability means “pupils forget some of their learning”.
- A consistent, whole-school approach to teaching handwriting is required, as variation in modelling leads to “too much variability in pupils’ handwriting” and slows writing progress.
- Leaders should continue working with families to improve the attendance of some pupils, as low attendance causes them to “miss learning and have gaps in their knowledge”.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective”, with a shared approach where all staff are well trained in identifying and reporting concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 54% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| 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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