Stanville Primary School
Birmingham, B26 3YN · Birmingham · primary school
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114th 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 — 6.7/10 against 1,099 of them, against 5.2/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 40% | 2.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Stanville Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 4.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 223 pupils against a stated capacity of 241. 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 to bridge the gap between the expected and higher standards in maths? What specific strategies are used to engage students in the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Stanville Primary School
Overview
Stanville Primary School is described as a "warm, welcoming and inclusive" environment where pupils are "happy and safe" and benefit from "strong relationships" built on mutual respect. The school maintains "high expectations" for all pupils, fostering a supportive atmosphere that promotes both personal and academic success.
Strengths
- The curriculum has "clear ambition" and meets national requirements, with a "consistent approach" in core subjects like mathematics that helps pupils "successfully build their knowledge over time."
- Reading is a significant strength, with leaders having "clearly prioritised" it; phonics teaching ensures children get off to a "flying start," and pupils make "good progress in learning to read."
- Pupils demonstrate positive behaviour and attitudes, being "kind to each other" and responding well to instructions, while staff effectively manage concentration and reward positive actions.
- Staff possess a "firm understanding" of their subjects, enabling them to help pupils develop key vocabulary and identify gaps in learning, particularly in core areas.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, recent curriculum changes are in early stages, meaning pupils "struggle to recall what they have done" and cannot consistently remember key knowledge.
- Teachers do not always check pupils’ understanding sufficiently before moving on, resulting in "gaps in their knowledge or misconceptions that are not addressed."
- Opportunities beyond the classroom, such as visitors and educational visits, are "not always coherently planned with the curriculum in mind," limiting the range of enrichment experiences.
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 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 43% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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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