Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
99%
Capacity
207
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
Holy Cross 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 207 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Holy Cross Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michelle Walsh, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1772nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 64 applications for 29 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holy Cross Catholic Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Dance, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Coding, Film Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Holy Cross 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 | Laburnum Drive, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, B76 2SP |
| Headteacher | Michelle Walsh |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 207 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.7% |
| School Capacity | 207 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Dec 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 16 May 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1772nd of 13,686
Nationally
173rd of 1,378
In West Midlands
30th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
79%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
64
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 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
Laburnum Drive, Sutton Coldfield
Birmingham, B76 2SP
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