West Heath Primary School
Birmingham, B38 8HU · Birmingham · primary school
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118th 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 994 of them, against 5.0/10 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 | 64.0 · 49 | 40% | 1.97 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
West Heath Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 64.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, matching the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, also equal to the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in the Daily Mile and attend the Back to Backs Trip.
Getting in
The published school roll is 409 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
With 11 places currently available, how does the school manage waiting lists for specific entry years? How does the curriculum support pupils who are working towards the higher standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for the Daily Mile in terms of distance and supervision?
What Ofsted said about West Heath Primary School
Overview
West Heath Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. Pupils are described as proud to attend this “vibrant, friendly and caring school,” where they feel safe and happy. The report highlights exceptional behaviour, a strong sense of community, and high-quality teaching, particularly in early reading and support for pupils with special educational needs.
Strengths
- Pupils display “exceptional” conduct, entering school calmly and treating each other with respect and maturity.
- High-quality phonics teaching ensures pupils achieve above the national average in reading and are well prepared for future education.
- The provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is a strength, featuring personalised targets and high-quality support for complex needs.
- Lunchtime organisation is “particularly impressive,” with varied activities managed by sports leaders to encourage active involvement.
- An ambitious curriculum and wide range of extra-curricular opportunities, such as singing and sporting events, enhance pupils’ cultural capital.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, the curriculum is not planned clearly enough, meaning pupils do not learn in a sequenced way to build on previous learning.
- The school should ensure the curriculum sets out the important knowledge pupils should learn and when, in each subject.
Safeguarding
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 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 56% |
| 2024/25 | 64% |
| 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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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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