Holy Family Catholic Primary School
99%
Capacity
233
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 233 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Holy Family Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Pauline King, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6794th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 128th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Holy Family Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 51 applications for 23 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
Holy Family Catholic Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.7/5 from 9 parents).
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 Family Catholic Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Forest School, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Dance, Tennis, Cricket, as well as clubs including Science Club, Film Club, Gardening, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 53.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Holy Family 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Coventry Road, Small Heath, Birmingham, Birmingham, B10 0HT |
| Headteacher | Pauline King |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 233 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 53.6% |
| School Capacity | 233 / 236 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6794th of 13,686
Nationally
664th of 1,378
In West Midlands
128th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
63%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
51
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Holy Family Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Coventry Road, Small Heath, Birmingham
Birmingham, B10 0HT
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