Valley Primary

A good academy converter school in Solihull. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Valley Primary.

Solihull, B928LW Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

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Performance score unavailable: missing published data for KS2 pupils meeting expected standard, KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard

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KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
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KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
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Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
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Raw: Good

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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
27 June 2023
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
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
Old Lode Lane
Solihull, B928LW
Phone
1217434691
Website
valleyprimaryschool.co.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
151018
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Old Lode Lane, Solihull, B92 8LW
Website
www.valleyprimaryschool.co.uk
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Opened
01-12-2024
Trust/MAT
THE ELLIOT FOUNDATION ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
710 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"GROWING AND LEARNING TOGETHER TO BE THE BEST WE CAN BE!"

Responsibility Collaboration Respect Honesty Kindness Courage

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Miss S. Milewski describes Valley as a vibrant, happy, and successful school with a focus on exciting, purposeful learning, strong partnerships with parents, the use of technology, and a clear aim for pupils to Aspire, Enjoy, Achieve and Challenge.

Curriculum Highlights

The curriculum is organised through a mixture of topic-based learning and stand-alone subjects. Five topics across the year integrating History, Geography, DT and Art. English, Mathematics and Phonics (primarily KS1) are taught in the mornings; in the afternoons the curriculum includes Science, Computing, History, Geography, Art & Design, Design & Technology, P.E., R.E., P.S.H.E., French (MFL) and Music. During EYFS, seven areas are focused on: Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Communication and Language; Physical Development; Literacy; Mathematics; Understanding the World; Expressive Arts and Design. The introduction of a systematic, synthetic phonics scheme commences as soon as Reception starts. The curriculum follows the National Curriculum and includes cross-curricular links; Regular assessment and intervention/specialist support when needed. Dedicated Inclusion Leaders support progress and interventions as part of the school’s approach to inclusion.

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

Explorers provides before- and after-school care. For contact, Miss Freeborn (Explorers Manager) can be reached at 07850928320 or [email protected].

Admissions Criteria

Reception intake for September 2026 with admissions information provided by Solihull Admissions; Applications for Reception open Autumn 2025; If your child attends Valley Nursery you still need to apply for a Reception place; Online applications via Solihull for residents; In-Year applications via the Local Authority; Nursery places include 15 hours free (and 30 hours for entitled families); Nursery application closing date was 12 January 2026; Late applications may be accepted if places are available.

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