Yardley Primary School
Birmingham, B26 1TD · Birmingham · primary school
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148th 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 — 5.5/10 against 1,469 of them, against 4.4/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| 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.
Yardley Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in October 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 830 pupils against a stated capacity of 840. 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 2023 inspection, what specific steps have been taken to close the gap with the national median in core subjects? How do the breakfast and after-school clubs support pupils during the transition to secondary school?
What Ofsted said about Yardley Primary School
Overview
Yardley Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a "harmonious and productive learning environment" where pupils are "happy and enthusiastic learners." The school has strengthened its curriculum, particularly in early reading and mathematics, ensuring most pupils reach age-related expectations while fostering strong personal development and community engagement.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "broad and ambitious," "coherently sequenced," and reflects the diverse community, preparing pupils well for their next educational stage.
- Teachers possess "secure subject knowledge," present content clearly, and skilfully address misconceptions with "prompt feedback."
- Early reading teaching has improved significantly, with a "robust approach to teaching phonics" and matched home reading books encouraging a love of reading.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported effectively with "bespoke resources" and adapted activities, ensuring they learn the same content as classmates.
- Staff workload and well-being are prioritised, with effective systems for continuous professional development and support for early career teachers.
Areas to improve
- Assessment systems in some foundation subjects lack precision, meaning teachers do not have a "secure enough understanding" of pupil retention.
- There is "limited oversight" of some curriculum areas due to insufficient opportunities to monitor delivery quality and validate assessments.
- Persistent absence remains an issue, with too many pupils missing lessons; the school must ensure parents understand the importance of attendance.
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 | 59% |
| 2023/24 | 55% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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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