Dickens Heath Community Primary School
97%
Capacity
457
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Dickens Heath Community Primary School
Dickens Heath Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Solihull community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 457 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 470 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Dickens Heath Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher J Nicholls, it falls under Solihull local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5859th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 42 in Solihull.
Dickens Heath Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 142 applications for 59 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 58 were first-preference applications.
Dickens Heath Community Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.7/5 from 9 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dickens Heath Community Primary School include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Athletics, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Book Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Solihull, Dickens Heath Community 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 | Three Acres Lane, Solihull, Solihull, B90 1NA |
| Headteacher | J Nicholls |
| Local Authority | Solihull |
| Number of Pupils | 457 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.4% |
| School Capacity | 457 / 470 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Apr 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Apr 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jul 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5859th of 13,686
Nationally
573rd of 1,378
In West Midlands
24th of 42
In Solihull
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
74%
'23/24
66%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: 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
2025/26Oversubscribed59
142
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
58 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Three Acres Lane, Solihull
Solihull, B90 1NA
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