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Prince Albert Junior and Infant School

Birmingham, B6 5NH · Birmingham · primary school

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Mixed Primary
8.3/10 Well above average

22nd 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 — 9.4/10 against 904 of them, against 8.3/10 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
MeasurePercentileWeightAdds
Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 79.0 · 86 62% 5.28
Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 13.0 · 78 38% 2.98

Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.

Prince Albert Junior and Infant 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% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.3 out of 10 against all schools).

Getting in

The published school roll is 740 pupils against a stated capacity of 665. 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 support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How does the school maintain its performance relative to similar-intake schools?

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What Ofsted said about Prince Albert Junior and Infant School

Inspection report dated 25 March 2025

Overview

Prince Albert Junior and Infant School is described as a place that "makes a positive difference to the lives of pupils" through an environment characterised by "strong, purposeful relationships". The report highlights that the school places "no limits on what pupils can achieve", resulting in "consistently high" published outcomes and exceptional progress, particularly for those with low starting points or special educational needs.

Strengths

  • Early reading is "taught very well" with staff providing immediate support, ensuring pupils become "keen, confident, capable readers".
  • Children in the early years get an "exceptional start" in a "highly stimulating environment" that fosters "exceptional levels of collaboration and independence".
  • Pupils’ behaviour is "impeccable", with attitudes to learning described as being "of the highest quality" and staff modelling "respect and tolerance".
  • The curriculum is planned "intelligently" with clear learning objectives, and staff deliver lessons to a "high standard" ensuring inclusive provision for all.
  • Leadership is driven by "passion, determination and integrity", with the trust working effectively to support the school as a "shining light on what schools can achieve".

Areas to improve

  • The report notes that "too many pupils are absent too often", requiring continued intelligent work with families to improve attendance.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

This is an AI-assisted summary of the official Ofsted report, not a statement written by Ofsted. Check the full official report before making a decision.
Expected standard
79%
2024/25
Higher standard
13%
2024/25
Demand
×1.02
1st prefs per place, 2026/27
Free school meals
54%
vs 25% across England

Results over time

Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.

72% 2022/23
74% 2023/24
79% 2024/25
64% England
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) for Prince Albert Junior and Infant School
YearExpected standard (reading, writing, maths)
2022/2372%
2023/2474%
2024/2579%
England64%

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.

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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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