Topcliffe Primary School

A good academy converter school in Birmingham. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Topcliffe Primary School.

Birmingham, B356BS Ofsted: Good Age 4-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

45

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
43.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 51.0%
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
13 June 2013
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
9

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Hawkinge Drive
Castle Vale
Birmingham, B356BS
Phone
1216756296
Website
topcliffe.academy

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
143091
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Hawkinge Drive, Castle Vale, Birmingham, B35 6BS
Website
www.topcliffe.academy
Age range
4-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
WASHWOOD HEATH MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
210 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
248
Free School Meals
70.6% (175 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
23.4% (58 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
92.6%
Good
Persistent Absence
28.1%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
51.0%
Reading Score:
100.0
Maths Score:
101.0
Grammar Score:
101.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 101.0 100.0
2023 101.0 102.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
16 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
31
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
248 pupils
4-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-1.0 per year)

Down -1.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Healthy Aspirational Respectful Resilient Independent

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Vickie Crombie describes Topcliffe as an inclusive, committed and caring school with a 52-place resource base; values-based, rich curriculum built around the HARRI values; part of Washwood Heath Multi Academy Trust; invites contact via telephone or email.

Facilities

Outdoor learning hub Therapy swing Low-arousal spaces Calm corners Social areas Outdoor space for learning

Curriculum Highlights

HARRI values (Healthy, Aspirational, Respectful, Resilient, Independent) embedded in the curriculum Cornerstones 22 curriculum implemented using engage, develop, innovate and express model Curriculum designed with inclusive pathways and meaningful cross-curricular links Three learning pathways (Blue, Yellow, Green) with Personalised Learning Plans Curriculum areas include Cognition, Communication, PSHE, Knowledge of the World, Creative and Technology, Health and Wellbeing, Physical Skills Outdoor learning, school trips and learning outside the classroom My Happy Mind wellbeing program integrated

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

SEND Provision

Topcliffe has two Resource Base provisions: Speech and Language Resource Base (SLCN) with capacity for 18 pupils and access to NHS speech and language therapists; two mixed-age classes with teachers and teaching assistants; language-rich environment with visual supports and specialist strategies. ASD Resource Base comprises five resource base classes (Yews, Sunflowers, Lilies, Buttercups, Willows) accommodating 36 pupils; each base has an individualised curriculum with pathways (Blue, Yellow, Green) and TEACCH-based, structured teaching; extensive staff training and collaboration with external professionals; admission through SENAR for EHCPs; regular home–school communication.

Admissions Criteria

Resource Base provisions are allocated through Birmingham SENAR, and are for children with EHCPs that fit the designations of the provisions. Referrals are reviewed by the Resource Base lead to determine suitability, including a visit to the child in their current setting; admission to resource bases is through the SENAR admissions process and pupils cannot move from mainstream to the resource base without SENAR involvement.

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