Jervoise School
97%
Capacity
203
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Jervoise School
Jervoise School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 203 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Jervoise School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Simon Byrne, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8873rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 175th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Jervoise School is a popular choice with families — it received 91 applications for 30 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Jervoise School include Playing Fields, Library, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Rounders, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Gardening, Drama, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 52.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Jervoise 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Jervoise Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B29 5QU |
| Headteacher | Simon Byrne |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 203 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 52.7% |
| School Capacity | 203 / 210 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Feb 2024): School remains Good (Concerns) - S5 Next
Source: Ofsted, 18 Mar 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8873rd of 13,686
Nationally
901st of 1,378
In West Midlands
175th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
57%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed30
91
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Jervoise Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B29 5QU
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