Cherry Orchard Primary School
92%
Capacity
449
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Cherry Orchard Primary School
Cherry Orchard 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 449 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 487 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Cherry Orchard Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alison Taylor, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6302nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 115th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Cherry Orchard Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 171 applications for 55 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cherry Orchard Primary School include ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Forest School, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Library, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Netball, Football, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Coding, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Cherry Orchard 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 | Cherry Orchard Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B20 2LB |
| Headteacher | Alison Taylor |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 449 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.5% |
| School Capacity | 449 / 487 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6302nd of 13,686
Nationally
617th of 1,378
In West Midlands
115th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
64%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed55
171
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cherry Orchard Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B20 2LB
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