Gilbertstone Primary School
92%
Capacity
412
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Gilbertstone Primary School
Gilbertstone 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 412 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 446 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Gilbertstone Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Karen O'Reilly, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3841st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 63rd out of 254 in Birmingham.
Gilbertstone Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 142 applications for 55 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 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 Gilbertstone Primary School include Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Cross Country, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Gilbertstone 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 | Clay Lane, Birmingham, Birmingham, B26 1EH |
| Headteacher | Karen O'Reilly |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 412 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.7% |
| School Capacity | 412 / 446 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 25 Mar 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3841st of 13,686
Nationally
368th of 1,378
In West Midlands
63rd of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
71%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed55
142
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Clay Lane, Birmingham
Birmingham, B26 1EH
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