Balsall Common Primary School
107%
Capacity
671
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Balsall Common Primary School
Balsall Common Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Solihull community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 671 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Balsall Common Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mark Mitchell, it falls under Solihull local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9015th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 42 in Solihull.
Balsall Common Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 120 applications for 82 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 77 were first-preference applications.
Balsall Common Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (197 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Balsall Common Primary School include Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Athletics, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Art Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Solihull, Balsall Common 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 | Balsall Street East, Coventry, Solihull, CV7 7FS |
| Headteacher | Mark Mitchell |
| Local Authority | Solihull |
| Number of Pupils | 671 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.4% |
| School Capacity | 671 / 630 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Feb 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9015th of 13,686
Nationally
915th of 1,378
In West Midlands
34th of 42
In Solihull
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
56%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
197 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed82
120
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
77 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Balsall Common Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Balsall Street East, Coventry
Solihull, CV7 7FS
Journey to School
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