St John Fisher Catholic Primary School
Birmingham, B31 3PN · Birmingham · primary school
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83rd 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 — 7.6/10 against 2,451 of them, against 6.5/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| 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.
St John Fisher Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
The school was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023-10. In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 13.0% achieved this, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 206 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 school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in core subjects? What does a typical day look like for a child in the final year of primary education? How does the school communicate progress to parents between formal report dates?
What Ofsted said about St John Fisher Catholic Primary School
Overview
St John Fisher Catholic Primary School continues to be a good school, characterised by a strong sense of ‘family’ and warm, respectful relationships. Pupils thoroughly enjoy attending, behaving well and contributing positively to their local community through initiatives like choir visits and charity work.
Strengths
- There is a ‘purposeful atmosphere’ where staff are ambitious for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Reading is a high priority; teachers read to pupils daily using a ‘wide range of books’, and phonics teaching is skilful with quick support for those at risk of falling behind.
- The mathematics curriculum is ‘well organised’, with effective staff training ensuring new learning builds on prior knowledge and important facts are retained.
- Personal development is a ‘real strength’, with a carefully planned ‘children’s charter’ offering inclusive opportunities such as trips, clubs, and spiritual retreats.
- Pupils are ‘incredibly well prepared for life’ in their local community and the wider world, learning about safety, other beliefs, and global issues.
Areas to improve
- In a ‘very small number of curriculum subjects’, the school has not fully identified all content pupils are to learn, limiting opportunities to build knowledge over time. The school should ensure precise content and progression are identified in these areas.
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 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 73% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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