Conway Primary School
93%
Capacity
392
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Conway Primary School
Conway 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 392 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Conway Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Carl Rose, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8631st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 168th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Conway Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 84 applications for 23 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
Conway Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (13 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Conway Primary School include Gymnasium, Library, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Book Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 67.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Conway 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 | Conway Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B11 1NS |
| Headteacher | Carl Rose |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 392 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 67.9% |
| School Capacity | 392 / 420 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8631st of 13,686
Nationally
862nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
168th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
38%
'23/24
57%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
13 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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
84
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (24% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Conway Primary School
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Contact Information
Conway Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B11 1NS
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