English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School
91%
Capacity
342
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School
English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 342 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 375 places).
Ofsted has rated English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Evelyn Harper, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6954th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 132nd out of 254 in Birmingham.
English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 95 applications for 25 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Netball, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Book Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, English Martyrs' Catholic 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Evelyn Road, English Martyrs Rc Junior & Infant School, Birmingham, Birmingham, B11 3JW |
| Headteacher | Evelyn Harper |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 342 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.5% |
| School Capacity | 342 / 375 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6954th of 13,686
Nationally
679th of 1,378
In West Midlands
132nd of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
95
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Evelyn Road, English Martyrs Rc Junior & Infant School, Birmingham
Birmingham, B11 3JW
Evelyn Road, English Martyrs Rc Junior & Infant School, Birmingham
Birmingham, B11 3JW
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