Hollywood Primary School
96%
Capacity
416
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Hollywood Primary School
Hollywood 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 416 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 433 places).
Ofsted has rated Hollywood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tania Wood, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10971st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 220th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Hollywood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 109 applications for 54 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 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 Hollywood Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Tennis, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Coding, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Hollywood 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 | Pickenham Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B14 4TG |
| Headteacher | Tania Wood |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 416 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.0% |
| School Capacity | 416 / 433 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jun 2019Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Jul 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
10971st of 13,686
Nationally
1139th of 1,378
In West Midlands
220th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
49%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
109
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
48 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hollywood Primary School
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Contact Information
Pickenham Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B14 4TG
Journey to School
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