St Edward's Catholic Primary School

A good voluntary aided school school in Birmingham. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for St Edward's Catholic Primary School.

Birmingham, B297PN Ofsted: Good Age 4-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

44

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
41.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 49.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
33.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 0.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
2 November 2022
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Greenland Road
Selly Park
Birmingham, B297PN
Phone
1214641730
Website
stedward.bham.sch.uk/

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
103447
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Address
Greenland Road, Selly Park, Birmingham, B29 7PN
Website
www.stedward.bham.sch.uk/
Age range
4-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Roman Catholic
School status
Open
Capacity
420 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Diocese
Archdiocese of Birmingham
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
408
Free School Meals
25.7% (105 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.5% (6 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
93.5%
Good
Persistent Absence
21.1%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
49.0%
Reading Score:
103.0
Maths Score:
103.0
Grammar Score:
103.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 103.0 103.0
2023 103.0 104.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
26 pupils
Good
Pupils per Year Group
51
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
408 pupils
4-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-0.5 per year)

Down -0.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Jesus is at the heart of all that we do"

Democracy Rule of Law Individual Liberty Mutual respect Tolerance

St Edward's is a Catholic school with a faith-based curriculum, strong links to St Edward's Church, and involvement in Catholic life. The school promotes Gospel virtues, Catholic Social Teaching, Mass and liturgical celebrations, and welcomes children of differing faiths while emphasising participation in religious activities. Awards include Live Simply and School of Sanctuary (2025).

Head Teacher's Message

Head Teacher Joanne Kennett highlights a vibrant Catholic community with approximately 400 pupils and two classes per year group, GOOD Ofsted rating, strong leadership, and awards such as Live Simply and School of Sanctuary in 2025. The school emphasises high standards, safeguarding, and a faith-driven, inclusive environment.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Breakfast Club GSA After School Club Eco Warriors Liturgy Leaders Digital Leaders Faith Friends Happiness Heroes Dog Mentoring Programme School Council Play Leaders

Sports

Swimming

Facilities

Extensive grounds Two classes per year group Outdoor learning spaces School dog Millie (Dog Mentoring programme)

Curriculum Highlights

RE and Catholic Life integrated across curriculum; Learning and Growing as the People of God (Archdiocese scaffold) for RE; Catholic Social Teaching woven through learning; Sacramental preparation (Reconciliation, First Holy Communion, Confirmation); House system and Gospel virtues; Reading schemes (Collins Big Cat) and remote education provisions; The Daily Mile as part of P.E.; On-site swimming historically and access to a full-size swimming pool at University of Birmingham for 2026 onwards.

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast Club 7:30-8:25 am; GSA After School Club runs from the end of the school day to 5:30 pm; Walking Bus option from St Paul’s Convent gate to reduce morning congestion.

SEND Provision

SEND and Inclusion information including SEND Policy and SEND Information Report 2025; Local Offer Birmingham references; Cat sessions and Be Empowered workshops; Family Support Worker available; Occupational Therapy resources and links to external support.

Admissions Criteria

As a Voluntary Aided Catholic School, Catholic children are considered first for a place, but the school also welcomes children of differing faiths and expects all children to participate in religious activities.

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