Four Oaks Primary School
100%
Capacity
418
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Four Oaks Primary School
Four Oaks Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 418 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Mark Benton, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 90% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 291st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Four Oaks Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 189 applications for 60 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 84 were first-preference applications.
Four Oaks Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (171 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Four Oaks Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Dance, Tennis, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Science Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Four Oaks 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Edge Hill Road, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, B74 4PA |
| Headteacher | Mark Benton |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 418 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.7% |
| School Capacity | 418 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (90%)
291st of 13,686
Nationally
31st of 1,378
In West Midlands
7th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
90%
Expected Standard
23%
Higher Standard
'22/23
90%
'23/24
90%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
171 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
189
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
84 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Four Oaks Primary School
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Contact Information
Edge Hill Road, Sutton Coldfield
Birmingham, B74 4PA
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