Firs Primary School
78%
Capacity
327
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Firs Primary School
Firs 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 327 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Firs Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Camron Mills, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 29% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13330th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 252nd out of 254 in Birmingham.
Firs Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 77 applications for 24 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
Firs Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.0/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Firs Primary School include Playing Fields, Library, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Rounders, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Choir, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 59.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Firs 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 | Dreghorn Road, Firs Primary School, Birmingham, Birmingham, B36 8LL |
| Headteacher | Camron Mills |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 327 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 59.3% |
| School Capacity | 327 / 420 (78% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (29%)
13330th of 13,686
Nationally
1350th of 1,378
In West Midlands
252nd of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
29%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
28%
'23/24
29%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
77
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Dreghorn Road, Firs Primary School, Birmingham
Birmingham, B36 8LL
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