Water Mill Primary School
Birmingham, B29 6TS · Birmingham · primary school
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140th 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 — 8.2/10 against 1,567 of them, against 7.0/10 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 | 75.0 · 78 | 40% | 3.11 |
| Ofsted | 8 | 35% | 0.30 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Water Mill Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 8.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.0 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in June 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 205 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 below the expected standard in maths? What specific areas did the June 2026 inspection highlight for improvement?
What Ofsted said about Water Mill Primary School
Overview
Water Mill Primary School is described as a place where pupils are "articulate, confident and celebrated" within a "vibrant and diverse community." Leaders have established a culture where safeguarding standards are met, ensuring pupils "feel safe" and are well-supported. While attendance and behaviour are rated at a "Strong standard," other areas such as the curriculum, early years, and leadership are assessed at the "Expected standard," with specific attention needed for achievement in the wider curriculum.
Strengths
- Pupils’ behaviour is "consistently excellent," with children showing focus, resilience, and the ability to "mend broken friendships quickly."
- Leaders have been "rigorous" in improving attendance, successfully removing barriers so that "attending regularly is now the norm."
- The early years provide a "positive start," with children achieving well and developing skills in a "vibrant learning environment."
- Staff build "warm and motivating relationships" with pupils, particularly those with special educational needs or disabilities, ensuring they are "well provided for."
- Personal development is central to the school’s work, with leaders planning diverse activities to "widen pupils’ experiences" and celebrate diversity.
Areas to improve
- The quality of work produced in the wider curriculum does not yet match the high standards seen in English and mathematics, limiting opportunities for "independent thinking and creativity."
- Leaders sometimes work at pace without pausing to reflect, meaning they do not always evaluate what is working well or address inconsistencies in provision across all subjects.
- Staff need to systematically check and address gaps in pupils’ spelling and letter formation to ensure writing continues to improve consistently.
Safeguarding
The report states that "safeguarding standards are met," noting that leaders have established an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 85% |
| 2023/24 | 74% |
| 2024/25 | 75% |
| 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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