Greenholm Primary School
100%
Capacity
632
Pupils
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Demand
About Greenholm Primary School
Greenholm 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 632 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Greenholm Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher James Bird, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3486th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 60th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Greenholm Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 195 applications for 90 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 105 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Greenholm Primary School include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Library, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cricket, Netball, as well as clubs including Film Club, Gardening, Choir, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Greenholm 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 | Greenholm Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B44 8HS |
| Headteacher | James Bird |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 632 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.8% |
| School Capacity | 632 / 630 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 19 Sept 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3486th of 13,686
Nationally
339th of 1,378
In West Midlands
60th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
72%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
195
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
105 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Greenholm Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B44 8HS
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