St John’s and St Peter’s CofE Primary Review 2026

Key Stage 2 outcomes in 2024 sit above England averages on the headline combined measure, with a more mixed picture in the detail.

• In 2024, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and mathematics combined, above the England average of 62%.

• At the higher standard in reading, writing and mathematics, 13% reached this level, above the England average of 8%.

Scaled scores indicate broadly steady attainment: reading 103, mathematics 101, and grammar, punctuation and spelling 106.

On FindMySchool’s proprietary ranking for primary outcomes based on official data, the school is ranked 10,618th in England and 204th in Birmingham. This sits below England average overall, within the bottom 40% of schools in England by rank position.

The school’s curriculum framing is practical and relationship-led. It explicitly links curriculum design to knowing pupils well, and it describes using practical experiences to “hook” learning, alongside a thematic approach that revisits prior knowledge and aims for consistent teaching.

A useful lens for families is how this interacts with the results profile. With combined expected standards above England average but the overall rank position still below England average, the likely story is variability within cohorts, plus room to build more consistent attainment at the top end across subjects. The higher standard figure being above England average is a positive sign for pupils ready to be stretched, particularly if that can be sustained year on year.

Inspection evidence matters here, because it is the best external cross-check on whether curriculum intent is translating into classroom routines. The April 2024 Ofsted report confirms the school continues to be Good, which supports the idea of a stable baseline of quality while the school continues refining its approach.

As a state primary, the main transition question is secondary pathways. Families in Ladywood typically look at a mix of local Birmingham non-selective secondaries, plus selective routes for children aiming for grammar schools where appropriate. The school’s own published information emphasises partnership, belonging, and community engagement; that generally aligns with strong transition work at the end of Year 6, though families should still ask directly about secondary liaison, Year 6 transition support, and how the school helps pupils settle into Year 7 routines.

Parents comparing options can also use FindMySchool’s Local Hub pages to view primary outcomes across Birmingham side-by-side, which is particularly helpful when schools have similar Ofsted judgements but different attainment profiles.

Admission is competitive on the data available. For the Reception entry route, there were 80 applications for 30 offers, a ratio of 2.67 applications per place, and the entry route is recorded as oversubscribed.

Applications for Reception are coordinated through Birmingham City Council. For September 2026 entry, Birmingham’s published timetable states the application period starts on 1 October 2025, the closing date is 15 January 2026, and National Offer Day is 16 April 2026.

The school also notes that a Supplementary Information Form is used for families making a faith claim.

If you are weighing a move partly for admissions, it is sensible to treat “oversubscribed” as the default position and plan accordingly. Families can use FindMySchoolMap Search to check their home-to-school distance against typical local patterns, then validate the practical reality with the local authority’s admissions guidance and the school’s current policy.

The pastoral pitch is explicit: nurture, wellbeing and belonging are repeated themes, and the school highlights its “welcoming school family” language across multiple pages.

Two concrete indicators stand out. First, the School of Sanctuary commitment frames the school as intentionally safe and inclusive, with an emphasis on dispelling negative myths and building empathy. Second, structured pupil roles such as Ambassadors and the Faith Team are designed to embed peer support and shared responsibility into the culture, not just staff-led behaviour management.

For parents assessing fit, a useful question is how consistently that culture is experienced across year groups, particularly at busier moments such as lunch and transitions between lessons. Asking about behaviour routines, sanctions, and pastoral escalation pathways will give a clearer picture than values statements alone.

The school’s extended offer is described through both wraparound and extracurricular provision. Breakfast Club is advertised as running from 7:30am until the start of school at 8:40am.

In its Before and After School Club Policy, the school describes an after-school club model that usually runs from 3:15pm to 4:15pm for half a term, typically 5 to 7 weeks, with a sign-up fee per club. The same policy gives examples of activities delivered through internal staff and external specialists, including Capoeira, Football, Art, and Drama.

Beyond clubs, there is a strong community-facing programme. The Big Breakfast is described as a monthly event with free breakfast, pancakes, crafts, sports and games, open to the local community and run with volunteers. This is not a typical “club list” offering, but it is a meaningful enrichment strand for families who value community connection and informal social opportunities around the school.

The published school day runs with gates open from 8:40am to 9:00am, and home time listed at 3:20pm to 3:25pm, with gates closing at 3:35pm.

Breakfast Club runs from 7:30am to 8:40am. Details on availability are directed through the school office.

The school sits in Ladywood, close to central Birmingham. For transport planning, families should assess walking routes, bus links, and peak-time traffic around drop-off and pick-up; asking about any on-site parking arrangements or preferred access points is worthwhile, as urban sites can be constrained.

• Oversubscription pressure. With 80 applications for 30 offers in the available Reception entry data, admission is the limiting factor for many families, and contingency choices matter.

• Results profile is mixed. The combined expected standard is above England average, but the overall rank position sits below England average, so ask how the school is strengthening consistency across cohorts and subjects.

• Leadership is interim. Jake Bateson is presented as Interim Headteacher, which can mean change in direction or consolidation depending on the trust’s plans. Ask about leadership stability and the timetable for permanent appointment.

• Wraparound beyond breakfast. Breakfast Club is clearly described, and after-school clubs are described as a programme that runs in blocks. Families needing daily after-school childcare should check current arrangements and capacity.

A small, community-rooted Ladywood primary with a clear Church of England identity, visible pupil leadership roles, and a purposeful emphasis on welcome and inclusion, including School of Sanctuary accreditation. Academic outcomes in 2024 beat England averages on the headline combined measure, though the broader attainment profile suggests a school still working on consistency. Best suited to families who value a faith-informed ethos with inclusive language, appreciate structured routines and leadership opportunities for pupils, and can manage the practical challenge of oversubscribed admissions.