Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Primary School
Solihull, B90 4AY · Solihull · primary school
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15th 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 — 8.6/10 against 4,258 of them, against 8.3/10 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 | 79.0 · 86 | 40% | 3.43 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 79.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 13.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (8.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.3 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Cup Stacking, Forest School, Gardening Club, Mini-Vinnies, and Eco-Club. Sports options include Football, Netball, Basketball, Tag Rugby, and Irish Dancing.
Getting in
The published school roll is 444 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 are the various clubs and sports scheduled to ensure broad participation?
What Ofsted said about Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Primary School
Overview
Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Primary School continues to be a good school, characterised by an "impressive sense of belonging" and a "happy, vibrant" community. Pupils display "mature, confident behaviours" and "exemplary attitudes towards their learning" in a calm, purposeful environment. The report highlights strong curriculum planning, effective phonics teaching, and a culture where positive relationships pervade, ensuring pupils feel safe and supported.
Strengths
- The curriculum is carefully selected and organised, with high expectations for all pupils and a precise focus on developing subject-specific vocabulary.
- Reading provision is strong, with staff well-trained in phonics; pupils are helped to keep up quickly, rarely needing to catch up.
- Pupils are enthused by rich personal development opportunities, such as being eco-councillors or ‘Mini Vinnies’, contributing meaningfully to school and community life.
- Leaders have built a collaborative, caring staff culture, offering regular professional development and actively managing teacher workload.
- Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with an open culture that puts pupils’ interests first.
Areas to improve
- Teachers should adapt curriculum delivery for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) to avoid overwhelming them with too much information.
- The school should strengthen engagement with parents of disadvantaged pupils who are regularly late or absent to ensure they do not miss valuable learning.
Safeguarding
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 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 79% |
| 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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