PrimaryData as of May 2026

James Watt Primary School

Boulton Road, Handsworth, Birmingham, B21 0RE

Community school

Pupils

446

Ages

3-11

FSM

52.9%

Capacity

480

Ofsted

Good

Feb 2015

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). 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.

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.

Oct 2024 — Some aspects not as strong
Feb 2015 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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 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?

View James Watt Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Birmingham.