Billesley Primary School
111%
Capacity
698
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Billesley Primary School
Billesley Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 698 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (111% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Karl Rogerson, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4335th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 77th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Billesley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 217 applications for 89 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 99 were first-preference applications.
Billesley Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.7/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 89% recommending the school (65 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Billesley Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Gymnasium.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Athletics, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Art Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Billesley 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 | None |
| Address | Trittiford Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B13 0ES |
| Headteacher | Karl Rogerson |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 698 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.7% |
| School Capacity | 698 / 630 (111% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 May 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (21 May 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jun 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4335th of 13,686
Nationally
424th of 1,378
In West Midlands
77th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
70%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
65 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed89
217
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
99 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Billesley Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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Contact Information
Trittiford Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B13 0ES
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