James Watt Primary School
93%
Capacity
446
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About James Watt Primary School
James Watt Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 446 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated James Watt Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jonathan Wright, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7864th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 154th out of 254 in Birmingham.
James Watt Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 107 applications for 47 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
James Watt Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 69% recommending the school (13 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at James Watt Primary School include Library, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Tennis, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Coding, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 52.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, James Watt Primary School is one of the options available in the West Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Boulton Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B21 0RE |
| Headteacher | Jonathan Wright |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 446 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 52.9% |
| School Capacity | 446 / 480 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Oct 2024): Some aspects not as strong
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Mar 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7864th of 13,686
Nationally
787th of 1,378
In West Midlands
154th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
13 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed47
107
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About James Watt Primary School
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Contact Information
Boulton Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B21 0RE
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