St Mary's Church of England Primary School
Birmingham, B29 6NU · Birmingham · primary school
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56th 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 — 8.4/10 against 2,651 of them, against 7.5/10 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.93 |
| 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 Mary's Church of England 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%. 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 (8.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2022.
Getting in
The published school roll is 413 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
Since the last inspection was in 2022, what changes have been made to the curriculum since then? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in maths?
What Ofsted said about St Mary's Church of England Primary School
Overview
St Mary’s Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils enjoy their learning and behave well. Leaders maintain high expectations, ensuring a well-planned curriculum that helps pupils achieve well and live ‘life in all its fullness’. The school fosters a positive environment where staff support pupils effectively, though some inconsistencies in curriculum delivery remain.
Strengths
- Pupils are “polite, kind and respectful,” with behaviour managed successfully so that learning is rarely disrupted.
- The teaching of reading is a priority, with effective support helping those falling behind to catch up and develop a “love of reading.”
- Children get off to a “good start” in Reception, supported by a skilled early years team and high-quality texts.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities have their needs identified quickly and are supported well to access the same curriculum as their peers.
- Staff workload has reduced, with leaders carefully considering their “work–life balance” and providing appreciated support.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, teachers do not deliver the intended curriculum well enough, meaning some pupils struggle to remember key knowledge; leaders should provide further support and training.
- The teaching of fundamental British values is not well developed, leaving pupils with a limited understanding of values such as tolerance; leaders should review the curriculum to ensure a secure understanding.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a clear culture where staff and governors are well trained, risks are skilfully identified, and safeguarding is woven through the curriculum.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 78% |
| 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.
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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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