Kings Heath Primary School
88%
Capacity
664
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Kings Heath Primary School
Kings Heath Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 664 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 756 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Kings Heath Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mark Court, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6327th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 116th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Kings Heath Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 242 applications for 90 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 81 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kings Heath Primary School include Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Netball, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Eco Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Kings Heath 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Valentine Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B14 7AJ |
| Headteacher | Mark Court |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 664 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.7% |
| School Capacity | 664 / 756 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6327th of 13,686
Nationally
620th of 1,378
In West Midlands
116th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
64%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
242
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
81 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Valentine Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B14 7AJ
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