Greswold Primary School
99%
Capacity
682
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Greswold Primary School
Greswold Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Solihull community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 682 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 690 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Greswold Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Karen Scott & Anna Woodcock, it falls under Solihull 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 3535th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 42 in Solihull.
Greswold Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 167 applications for 85 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 73 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Greswold Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Dance, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Choir, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Solihull, Greswold 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 | Buryfield Road, Solihull, Solihull, B91 2AZ |
| Headteacher | Karen Scott & Anna Woodcock |
| Local Authority | Solihull |
| Number of Pupils | 682 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.7% |
| School Capacity | 682 / 690 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 13 Dec 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3535th of 13,686
Nationally
344th of 1,378
In West Midlands
15th of 42
In Solihull
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed85
167
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
73 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.
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Contact Information
Buryfield Road, Solihull
Solihull, B91 2AZ
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