St Anthony's Catholic Primary School
Birmingham, B37 6LW · Solihull · primary school
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19th 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.4/10 against 2,311 of them, against 7.0/10 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.96 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.79 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.67 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Anthony's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 10.0% against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2022.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Creative Writing and Eco Club, alongside football, multi-sports, yoga and gymnastics.
Getting in
The published school roll is 253 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
What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How often are the current clubs and sports offered during the term?
What Ofsted said about St Anthony's Catholic Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where the motto ‘Actions speak louder than words’ is evident, with pupils who ‘enjoy attending school’ and feel safe. Leaders provide an ‘extensive range of opportunities’ that help pupils develop character, resilience, and high aspirations, resulting in strong personal development and behaviour.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate ‘good manners’ and are ‘polite’, with bullying described as rare and quickly addressed by staff.
- Leaders nurture talents in sport and drama, fostering a ‘strong sense of community’ through initiatives like charity collections and local partnerships.
- Early years provision is ‘Outstanding’, with children receiving a ‘carefully planned curriculum’ that prepares them well for key stage 1.
- Reading is a clear priority, supported by well-trained staff, appropriate resources, and effective catch-up support for those behind.
- Staff feel ‘valued’ and are ‘rightly proud’ of their work, while parents describe the school as ‘exceptional’.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must ensure pupils understand ‘why they are learning important concepts or skills’ so they can better connect previous learning to current lessons.
- Staff should utilise whole-school classroom strategies to identify gaps in learning and ensure pupils ‘remember, long term, the important knowledge they need’.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are ‘effective’, with leaders ensuring it is a priority, staff receiving regular training, and concerns being followed up quickly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 72% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| 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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