Penns Primary School
Sutton Coldfield, B72 1BS · Birmingham · primary school
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28th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 7.8/10 against 3,977 of them, against 7.4/10 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 | 84.0 · 93 | 40% | 3.72 |
| Ofsted | 90 | 35% | 3.17 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Penns Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 84.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 6.0% of pupils, 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 (7.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.4 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in January 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 203 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 new report-card framework affect day-to-day teaching priorities compared to the previous system? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the higher standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Penns Primary School
Overview
Penns Primary School is described as a place where pupils "excel" and "thrive" within a "warm, supportive environment." The report highlights that pupils achieve consistently well, with attainment in core subjects above national averages, and benefit from high-quality support for those with special educational needs or disabilities.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "impeccable" behaviour, showing respect and maturity, while attendance is "high and above national averages."
- Inclusion is "at the heart of leaders’ high aspirations," with "bespoke and individualised" support ensuring disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND make excellent progress.
- Leaders have created a "broad and carefully considered programme" for personal development, helping pupils develop strong social skills and understand fundamental British values.
- Staff are "overwhelmingly positive" about working at the school, citing effective leadership that prioritises workload and wellbeing.
- Early years provide a "successful start," with "warm relationships" and precise phonics teaching helping children develop vocabulary and reading skills.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should "further refine the curriculum design across all wider subjects" to ensure pupils’ ability to connect knowledge is as effective as possible.
- Leaders should ensure the early years outdoors provision is "as high quality as indoors" to maximise learning opportunities, as it currently focuses too heavily on physical development.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 87% |
| 2024/25 | 84% |
| 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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