Cranmore Infant School
116%
Capacity
208
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Cranmore Infant School
Cranmore Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Solihull community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 208 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (116% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Cranmore Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Ward, it falls under Solihull local authority.
Cranmore Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 122 applications for 45 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cranmore Infant School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Gymnastics, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Film Club, Choir, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Solihull, Cranmore Infant 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 | Northland Road, Solihull, Solihull, B90 4SA |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Ward |
| Local Authority | Solihull |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.7% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 180 (116% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 May 2022. 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
122
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Northland Road, Solihull
Solihull, B90 4SA
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