Kingshurst Primary School
88%
Capacity
474
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Kingshurst Primary School
Kingshurst Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Solihull community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 474 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 540 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Kingshurst Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Adam Dawes, it falls under Solihull local authority.
Kingshurst Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 96 applications for 58 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 54 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 Kingshurst Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Dance, Cross Country, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 64.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Solihull, Kingshurst 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 | School Close, Birmingham, Solihull, B37 6BN |
| Headteacher | Adam Dawes |
| Local Authority | Solihull |
| Number of Pupils | 474 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 64.1% |
| School Capacity | 474 / 540 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
96
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
54 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Close, Birmingham
Solihull, B37 6BN
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