Canterbury Cross Primary School
113%
Capacity
475
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Canterbury Cross Primary School
Canterbury Cross 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 475 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (113% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Canterbury Cross Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Khalid Din, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2410th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 254 in Birmingham.
Canterbury Cross Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 132 applications for 60 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 65 were first-preference applications.
Canterbury Cross Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (23 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Canterbury Cross Primary School include Sports Hall, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Forest School, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Gardening, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 54.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Canterbury Cross 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 | Canterbury Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B20 3AA |
| Headteacher | Khalid Din |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 475 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 54.7% |
| School Capacity | 475 / 420 (113% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 May 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 May 2025): Improved significantly
Source: Ofsted, 20 Mar 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2410th of 13,686
Nationally
241st of 1,378
In West Midlands
43rd of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
76%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
23 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
132
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
65 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Canterbury Cross Primary School
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Contact Information
Canterbury Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B20 3AA
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