Colebourne Primary School
101%
Capacity
451
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Colebourne Primary School
Colebourne 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 451 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 446 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Colebourne Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stuart Guest, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10031st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 203rd out of 254 in Birmingham.
Colebourne Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 193 applications for 57 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
Colebourne Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.0/5 from 8 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 79% recommending the school (48 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Colebourne Primary School include Music Rooms, Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Swimming, Netball, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Gardening, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Colebourne 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 | Stechford Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B34 6BJ |
| Headteacher | Stuart Guest |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 451 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.4% |
| School Capacity | 451 / 446 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Jun 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
10031st of 13,686
Nationally
1034th of 1,378
In West Midlands
203rd of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
53%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
48 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed57
193
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Colebourne Primary School
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Contact Information
Stechford Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B34 6BJ
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