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James Watt Primary School

James Watt Primary School, Birmingham
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James Watt Primary School

Boulton Road, Handsworth, Birmingham, B21 0RE

A Good-rated primary school in Birmingham where 54% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

Community school
Pupils
446
Ages
3-11
FSM
52.9%
Capacity
480
Ofsted
Good
Feb 2015

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
71.0%
Writing
77.0%
Maths
66.0%
RWM Combined
54.0%

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About James Watt Primary School

James Watt Primary School is a primary school in Birmingham, Birmingham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2015 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 13 responses), 69% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 54% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 446 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Boulton Road, Birmingham, B21 0RE | More schools in Birmingham

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for James Watt Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Oct 2024 — Some aspects not as strong
  2. Feb 2015 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about James Watt Primary School

What is James Watt Primary School's Ofsted rating?
James Watt Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2015 inspection.
What do parents say about James Watt Primary School?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 13 responses): 69% of parents would recommend James Watt Primary School.
What are James Watt Primary School's latest exam results?
James Watt Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 54% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is James Watt Primary School located?
James Watt Primary School is a primary school in Birmingham, Birmingham (B21 0RE).
How many pupils attend James Watt Primary School?
James Watt Primary School has around 446 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare James Watt Primary School with other schools?
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