Stechford Primary School
Birmingham, B33 8SJ · Birmingham · primary school
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185th 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 — 4.3/10 against 1,103 of them, against 3.3/10 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 | 58.0 · 35 | 40% | 1.39 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Stechford Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 58.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 417 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 below the expected standard in maths? What specific steps are taken to raise attainment towards the higher standard? How does the school manage class sizes with the current capacity?
What Ofsted said about Stechford Primary School
Overview
Stechford Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a "welcoming, friendly school" where pupils are "happy and well cared for." Following the sudden death of the previous headteacher, the school has made a "positive recovery" and maintains a strong sense of community with high aspirations for all pupils.
Strengths
- Staff know pupils and families "extremely well," creating a "purposeful learning environment" where behaviour is good and mutual respect is modelled.
- The curriculum is "vibrant, well planned" with logical progression, ensuring staff know "what to teach, how and when."
- Early reading is "well established," with effective phonics support helping children, including those with little English, to "begin to read quickly."
- The school successfully adapts provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disability (SEND), ensuring they "feel more secure and confident" and make positive progress.
- Parents are "very happy with the school," particularly regarding the support offered to their children and themselves.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must implement strategies to "monitor systematically the impact of the planned curriculum" across all subjects to ensure intended outcomes are met.
- The writing curriculum requires further development and swift implementation, as pupils currently receive "limited writing opportunities" and outcomes are "not as strong as they need to be."
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 | 40% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 58% |
| 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
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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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