Cottesbrooke Infant and Nursery School
94%
Capacity
328
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Cottesbrooke Infant and Nursery School
Cottesbrooke Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 328 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 348 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Cottesbrooke Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher William Loughlin, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
Cottesbrooke Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 92 applications for 56 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
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 Cottesbrooke Infant and Nursery School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Library, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Tennis, Netball, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Film Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Cottesbrooke Infant and Nursery 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Yardley Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B27 6LG |
| Headteacher | William Loughlin |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 328 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.1% |
| School Capacity | 328 / 348 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Feb 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 11 Apr 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
92
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Yardley Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B27 6LG
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