St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Birmingham, B17 0DN · Birmingham · primary school
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34th 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 — 9.3/10 against 3,438 of them, against 8.8/10 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 | 84.0 · 93 | 40% | 3.72 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Mary's Catholic 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 14.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join the CAFOD Club and attend a Year 6 residential trip to Alton Castle. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 418 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 after-school club support pupils who need care beyond the standard day? What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the higher standard in maths?
What Ofsted said about St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Overview
St Mary’s Catholic Primary School is judged ‘Good’ across all inspection categories, marking a change from its previous ‘Outstanding’ rating. The report highlights that pupils are happy, well-cared for, and achieve high levels in English and mathematics, supported by a strong Catholic ethos and effective staff. However, inconsistencies in curriculum planning for some subjects and limited self-evaluation by leaders require attention to maintain improvement momentum.
Strengths
- Pupils are “happy and enjoy coming to school,” feeling safe and well-cared for by staff.
- Children attain at a “high level in English and mathematics” due to effective planning and delivery.
- A “strong culture of safeguarding” exists, with staff being “well trained and vigilant” to issues.
- The school’s “strong Catholic ethos” contributes positively to pupils’ spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development.
- Staff are a “united team” who appreciate support regarding their workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure the curriculum is “coherently sequenced” in some foundation subjects so pupils’ learning is not “disjointed.”
- Leaders and governors should proactively review their own effectiveness, for example by collaborating with other professionals, to better identify weaknesses.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff trained to recognise signs of abuse and report concerns promptly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 80% |
| 2023/24 | 80% |
| 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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