Fordbridge Community Primary School
87%
Capacity
522
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Fordbridge Community Primary School
Fordbridge Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Solihull community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 522 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 600 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Fordbridge Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Harriett Simcox, it falls under Solihull local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4781st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 42 in Solihull.
Fordbridge Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 95 applications for 58 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 58 were first-preference applications.
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 Fordbridge Community Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Dance, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 61.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Solihull, Fordbridge 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Crabtree Drive, Birmingham, Solihull, B37 5BU |
| Headteacher | Harriett Simcox |
| Local Authority | Solihull |
| Number of Pupils | 522 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 61.2% |
| School Capacity | 522 / 600 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Jan 2020Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 Jan 2020): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jul 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4781st of 13,686
Nationally
465th of 1,378
In West Midlands
18th of 42
In Solihull
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
69%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
95
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
58 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Crabtree Drive, Birmingham
Solihull, B37 5BU
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