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The Shirestone Academy
Shirestone Road, Tile Cross, Birmingham, West Midlands, B33 0DH, Birmingham
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
96.0 / 100
Top 4%
Better than 96% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
242
Capacity
240
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
101%
Summary
With an Outstanding Ofsted rating and exceptional KS2 results, this primary school stands out in Birmingham, achieving 87% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 5% nationally. The school boasts a high LocaleIQ score, indicating strong community support and satisfaction. However, only 10% of students reach the higher standard in these subjects, suggesting room for improvement in challenging more advanced learners.
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Last inspected: 6 December 2023Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 87% | Top 5% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 10% | Top 37% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British43.8%
Asian Pakistani16.1%
Mixed W+B Carib.9.5%
Black African5.0%
Other4.1%
Mixed Other3.7%
Mixed W+Asian3.3%
Asian Bangladeshi2.9%
White Other2.5%
Black Caribbean2.1%
Mixed W+B African0.4%
Asian Other0.4%
White Irish0.4%
Asian Indian0.4%
Location
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52.47965, -1.76807 · B33 0DH
School details
Local authorityBirmingham
RegionWest Midlands
URN138425
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Frequently asked questions
What is The Shirestone Academy rated by Ofsted?
The Shirestone Academy was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 6 December 2023.
Is The Shirestone Academy a good school?
The Shirestone Academy scores 96.0/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 4% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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