Hollyfield Primary School
97%
Capacity
407
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Hollyfield Primary School
Hollyfield 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 407 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Hollyfield Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andy Holmes, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10307th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 207th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Hollyfield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 125 applications for 45 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hollyfield Primary School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Gymnastics, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Film Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Hollyfield 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 | Hollyfield Road, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, B75 7SG |
| Headteacher | Andy Holmes |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 407 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.7% |
| School Capacity | 407 / 420 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 28 May 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10307th of 13,686
Nationally
1069th of 1,378
In West Midlands
207th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
52%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
125
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hollyfield Primary School
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Contact Information
Hollyfield Road, Sutton Coldfield
Birmingham, B75 7SG
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