Billesley Primary School
| Type | Primary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Trittiford Road Billesley Birmingham West Midlands B13 0ES |
| Phone | 01216752800 |
| Reference Number | 138888 |
Billesley Primary School has demonstrated effective action in maintaining the outstanding standards achieved during its previous inspection. The school is characterized by a strong sense of community and a caring environment where pupils feel safe and valued. High expectations for behaviour and academic achievement are evident, and pupils generally flourish within the supportive atmosphere fostered by the staff. Noteworthy initiatives such as leadership opportunities for pupils and a wide range of extracurricular activities enhance the school experience, reinforcing the school's values of 'inspire, create and achieve'. The quality of education is further bolstered by a well-structured curriculum and strong subject knowledge among staff. There is a significant focus on early reading, which yields positive outcomes, and the supportive approach towards pupils with special educational needs shows a commitment to inclusivity. The overall environment encourages personal development, fosters respect, and promotes an understanding of British values. As this is the first ungraded inspection since the school was previously rated outstanding, the inspection confirms that the school continues to operate effectively within the trust framework, with a strong leadership structure in place.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 698 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50.29%
Girls: 49.71% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 47.7% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 49.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 29 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 30 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 30 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 55 | 39 | 94 |
| 2 | 51 | 42 | 93 |
| 3 | 45 | 48 | 93 |
| 4 | 46 | 45 | 91 |
| 5 | 37 | 58 | 95 |
| 6 | 47 | 43 | 90 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Pakistani | 38.1% |
| White, British | 20.5% |
| Indian | 5.9% |
| Mixed, Other | 5.6% |
| African | 3.3% |
| White & Asian | 3% |
| White, Other | 2.6% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2.1% |
| Unclassified | 2.1% |
| Asian, Other | 2% |
| Chinese | 1.6% |
| Caribbean | 0.6% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 20 May 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 20 May 2025 | School inspection |
| 14 May 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 26 Jun 2018 | Short inspection |
| 25 Jun 2014 | Full inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong sense of community and compassionate environment
- High-quality pastoral care for pupils
- Strong academic achievement and high expectations for behaviour
- Pupils' exemplary behaviour and pride in their school
- Inclusive approach with effective support for SEND pupils
- Ambitious and engaging curriculum
- Effective early reading instruction
- Strong staff development through coaching and mentoring
- Wide range of extracurricular activities and learning opportunities
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 73% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 15% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 106 | ||
| Maths | 107 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -0.1 | ||
| Writing | 0.9 | ||
| Maths | 2.7 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 61 | 2 |
| Third Preference | 56 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 4 | 0 |
Previous Years
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0.67 miles |
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Highters Heath Nursery School
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0.84 miles |
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Highters Heath Community School
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0.86 miles |
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St Bernard's Catholic Primary School
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0.88 miles |
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Hall Green Infant School
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1.04 miles |
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St Dunstan's Catholic Primary School
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1.05 miles |
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Hall Green Junior School
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1.08 miles |
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St Alban's Catholic Primary School
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1.18 miles |
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Kings Heath Primary School
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Springfield Primary Academy
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1.36 miles |
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Colmore Junior School
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Colmore Infant and Nursery School
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