Kings Rise Academy
98%
Capacity
451
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Kings Rise Academy
Kings Rise Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 451 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 459 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Kings Rise Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Noonan, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7068th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 134th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Kings Rise Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 33 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kings Rise Academy include Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Playing Fields.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Swimming, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 65.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Kings Rise Academy 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 | None |
| Address | Hornsey Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B44 0JL |
| Headteacher | Louise Noonan |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 451 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 65.0% |
| School Capacity | 451 / 459 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7068th of 13,686
Nationally
694th of 1,378
In West Midlands
134th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
62%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed33
78
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kings Rise Academy
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Contact Information
Hornsey Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B44 0JL
Journey to School
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