Catshill First School
107%
Capacity
322
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Catshill First School
Catshill First School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bromsgrove community, welcoming children from age 3 to 9. The school has 322 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 300 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Catshill First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julia Shingler, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
Catshill First School is a popular choice with families — it received 86 applications for 54 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
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 Catshill First School include Gymnasium, Art Studios, Library, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Netball, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bromsgrove, Catshill First 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 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Gibb Lane, Bromsgrove, Bromsgrove, B61 0JP |
| Headteacher | Julia Shingler |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 322 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.0% |
| School Capacity | 322 / 300 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Sept 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 4 Mar 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
86
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Gibb Lane, Bromsgrove
Bromsgrove, B61 0JP
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