Christ The King Catholic Primary School
124%
Capacity
391
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Christ The King Catholic Primary School
Christ The King Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 391 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (124% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Maria Breslin, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% 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 1382nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 254 in Birmingham.
Christ The King Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 137 applications for 45 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 were first-preference applications.
Christ The King Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (33 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Christ The King Catholic Primary School include Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Library, Art Studios, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Swimming, Netball, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Art Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Christ The King Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Warren Farm Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B44 0QN |
| Headteacher | Maria Breslin |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 391 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.0% |
| School Capacity | 391 / 315 (124% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1382nd of 13,686
Nationally
133rd of 1,378
In West Midlands
23rd of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
81%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
33 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
2025/26Oversubscribed45
137
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Christ The King Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Warren Farm Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B44 0QN
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