Guardian Angels Catholic Primary School
84%
Capacity
201
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Guardian Angels Catholic Primary School
Guardian Angels Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 201 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 240 places).
Ofsted has rated Guardian Angels Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Milligan, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8242nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 163rd out of 254 in Birmingham.
Guardian Angels Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 69 applications for 22 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 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 Guardian Angels Catholic Primary School include Music Rooms, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Swimming, Tennis, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Chess, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 51.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Guardian Angels Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Hurst Lane, Birmingham, Birmingham, B34 7HN |
| Headteacher | Helen Milligan |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 201 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 51.7% |
| School Capacity | 201 / 240 (84% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 4 Dec 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8242nd of 13,686
Nationally
822nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
163rd of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
59%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: 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
2025/26Oversubscribed22
69
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hurst Lane, Birmingham
Birmingham, B34 7HN
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