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Bournville Village Primary
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Bournville Village Primary
- Primary
- Birmingham B30 1JY
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Reading and phonics taught effectively with skilled staff
Success of the Curriculum: Ambitious curriculum with clear endpoints
Areas Needing Improvement: Gaps in pupils' knowledge slow learning
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils learn to read well, younger pupils practice phonics skills
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils that fall behind receive the right support to catch up quickly
Behaviour and Attitudes: High expectations, well-behaved in lessons and at social times
Support for SEND Pupils: Swift identification and good support for SEND pupils
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: School sets high expectations for behaviour, effective safeguarding arrangements
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils learn about keeping safe and healthy relationships
Parent Feedback: Vast majority of parents very positive, school has a warm atmosphere
Parental Involvement: Reading workshops help parents to support their children
Extracurricular Activities: Vast range of clubs like fencing, music, and comic club
Outdoor Facilities: Older pupils develop teamwork and independence skills during an outdoor residential experience
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have the knowledge and skills needed to teach the curriculum
Impact on Student Progress: Gaps in knowledge because curriculum not taught consistently over time
Teaching Staff Challenges: Inconsistency in how well some aspects of English curriculum are implemented
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers do not consistently identify or address gaps in knowledge
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About Us
Bournville Village Primary is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
It has 652 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 28 : 1.
At this school, 53% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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As personal presents from George Cadbury to the village of Bournville, Bournville Junior School was established in 1906, followed by Bournville Infant School in 1910.
The two schools were merged in 2017 by the federated governing board, and Bournville Village Primary School debuted in April 2019.
We take pride in our reputation for offering a nurturing and meaningful atmosphere where each child's unique needs are acknowledged and their accomplishments and abilities are rewarded.
In our learning community at Bournville Village Primary School, we think that both adults and kids learn something new every day.
Our mission is to prepare our students for the next phase of their education and a balanced life as self-assured and engaged citizens by opening their hearts and minds to opportunities without boundaries.
This website seeks to provide current information for parents, students, and the larger community while also giving you a sense of the school.
We invite you to come see us if you are looking for a home for your kid.
You can find information about our open days here.
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The two schools were merged in 2017 by the federated governing board, and Bournville Village Primary School debuted in April 2019.
We take pride in our reputation for offering a nurturing and meaningful atmosphere where each child's unique needs are acknowledged and their accomplishments and abilities are rewarded.
In our learning community at Bournville Village Primary School, we think that both adults and kids learn something new every day.
Our mission is to prepare our students for the next phase of their education and a balanced life as self-assured and engaged citizens by opening their hearts and minds to opportunities without boundaries.
This website seeks to provide current information for parents, students, and the larger community while also giving you a sense of the school.
We invite you to come see us if you are looking for a home for your kid.
You can find information about our open days here.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
C
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B-
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A-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 5-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 28.5 | 25.8 | 22.7 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 108 | 108 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 109 | 106 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 104 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 98 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 53% | 55.48% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 6.68% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 1 | Above Average |
| Writing | -4.4 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -1.6 | Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 107 3 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 108 | 94 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 78% 4 | 57.74% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 5 | 9.05% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 0.2 | Average |
| Writing | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.2 | Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 104 3 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 108 | 94 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 74% 3 | 57.89% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% 7 | 8.39% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.4 | Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 107 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 108 | 94 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 77% | 54.28% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% | 6.12% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 0.3 | Average |
| Writing | -2.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.0 | Below Average |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
28 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Bournville Village Primary
Local authority ratio 19 : 1