St Dunstan's Catholic Primary School
Birmingham, B14 7LP · Birmingham · primary school
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52nd 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 — 8.9/10 against 1,964 of them, against 7.7/10 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 | 81.0 · 89 | 40% | 3.57 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Dunstan's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 81.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 8.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Orchard Club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 288 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
How does the school support pupils who are not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the Orchard Club sessions?
What Ofsted said about St Dunstan's Catholic Primary School
Overview
St Dunstan’s Catholic Primary School is described as a place where pupils are “happy and thoughtful” within a “nurturing environment.” The school delivers a “broad and ambitious curriculum” with high expectations, resulting in pupils who “achieve well” and are “well prepared for the next stage of their education.”
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate strong behaviour, showing “respect and kindness” and enjoying lessons with pride.
- Teachers possess a “strong understanding” of subjects, using skilful questioning to address misconceptions, particularly in mathematics and English.
- Reading is central to the curriculum; phonics is taught “consistently and effectively,” producing “confident readers.”
- The school identifies pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) early, ensuring they make “good progress” through targeted adaptations.
- Leaders foster a “strong sense of teamwork,” supporting staff well-being and providing effective training for all practitioners.
Areas to improve
- In subjects such as history and geography, the curriculum is “relatively new,” leading to “gaps in their knowledge” that must be identified and addressed progressively.
- The early years outdoor environment is not utilised effectively, meaning children miss opportunities to “reinforce and widen their learning in different contexts.”
Safeguarding
The report states that “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 | 75% |
| 2024/25 | 81% |
| 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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