Calshot Primary School
107%
Capacity
450
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Calshot Primary School
Calshot 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 450 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Calshot Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michael Wingrove, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5972nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 108th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Calshot Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 124 applications for 56 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
Calshot Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.4/5 from 7 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Calshot Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Film Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Calshot 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 | Calshot Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B42 2BY |
| Headteacher | Michael Wingrove |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 450 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.1% |
| School Capacity | 450 / 420 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Apr 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
5972nd of 13,686
Nationally
587th of 1,378
In West Midlands
108th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
65%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
124
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Calshot Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B42 2BY
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