James Watt Primary School
URN: 134102 • Birmingham B21 0RE
Overview
- Name
- James Watt Primary School
- URN
- 134102
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jonathan Wright (since 2025) , Acting Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01214644736
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Boulton Road, Birmingham B21 0RE
Summary
James Watt Primary School is a community school located in Handsworth, Birmingham, catering to a mixed-gender population of 446 pupils, with a capacity of 480. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive environment where high expectations are set for both academic achievement and personal development. The ethos of "Curiosity, Creativity, Confidence" underpins the school's approach, encouraging pupils to engage actively in their learning.
The curriculum at James Watt is designed to reflect the diverse and culturally rich community it serves. In addition to academic pursuits, the school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including theatre trips and author visits, to enhance the educational experience. The school also emphasizes sustainability, involving students in initiatives like the Eco Champions and promoting a meat-free day to reduce their carbon footprint.
James Watt Primary School is committed to ensuring that every child reaches their potential through a clear set of expectations regarding attendance, behaviour, learning, oracy, and uniform. The school welcomes parental involvement and encourages visits for those interested in learning more about its offerings.
The curriculum at James Watt is designed to reflect the diverse and culturally rich community it serves. In addition to academic pursuits, the school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including theatre trips and author visits, to enhance the educational experience. The school also emphasizes sustainability, involving students in initiatives like the Eco Champions and promoting a meat-free day to reduce their carbon footprint.
James Watt Primary School is committed to ensuring that every child reaches their potential through a clear set of expectations regarding attendance, behaviour, learning, oracy, and uniform. The school welcomes parental involvement and encourages visits for those interested in learning more about its offerings.
Useful links
- Twitter (other)
- DB Learning Library (other)
- DB Primary (other)
- Instagram (other)
- New Era Technology (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Grove Vale Primary School (75.2)
- St Andrew's CofE First School (74.5)
- Chilcote Primary School (73.8)
- Harborne Primary School (73.3)
- Bournville Infant School (72.8)
Key details
- LA
- Birmingham
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 480
- Pupils
- 446
- Boys
- 231
- Girls
- 215
- FSM %
- 52.90
- Open date
- 2004-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-03-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 446 | 231 | 215 | 480 | 52.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 443 | 234 | 209 | 480 | 47.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 457 | 243 | 214 | 480 | 47.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 457 | 243 | 214 | 480 | 47.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 449 | 224 | 225 | 480 | 40.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 493 | 253 | 240 | 480 | 35.90 |
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