Burman Infant School
105%
Capacity
189
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Burman Infant School
Burman Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Solihull community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 189 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Burman Infant School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Ella Saxty, it falls under Solihull local authority.
Burman Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 98 applications for 38 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
Burman Infant School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.4/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (52 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Burman Infant School include Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Dance, Tennis, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Solihull, Burman Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Velsheda Road, Solihull, Solihull, B90 2JW |
| Headteacher | Ella Saxty |
| Local Authority | Solihull |
| Number of Pupils | 189 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.2% |
| School Capacity | 189 / 180 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 May 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
52 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed38
98
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Velsheda Road, Solihull
Solihull, B90 2JW
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