Highfield Junior and Infant School
81%
Capacity
681
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Highfield Junior and Infant School
Highfield Junior and Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 681 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 840 places).
Ofsted has rated Highfield Junior and Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stephanie Davies, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6292nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 114th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Highfield Junior and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 183 applications for 75 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 75 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 Highfield Junior and Infant School include Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Dance, Cricket, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Gardening, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Highfield Junior and Infant 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 | Highfield Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B8 3QF |
| Headteacher | Stephanie Davies |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 681 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.9% |
| School Capacity | 681 / 840 (81% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 May 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Feb 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6292nd of 13,686
Nationally
615th of 1,378
In West Midlands
114th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
64%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed75
183
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
75 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Highfield Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B8 3QF
Highfield Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B8 3QF
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