Kingsthorne Primary School
79%
Capacity
354
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Kingsthorne Primary School
Kingsthorne 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 354 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Kingsthorne Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Leeming, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11224th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 226th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Kingsthorne Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 21 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
Kingsthorne Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.8/5 from 11 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 Kingsthorne Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Cross Country, Tennis, Swimming, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Science Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 59.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Kingsthorne 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 | Cranbourne Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B44 0BX |
| Headteacher | Andrew Leeming |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 354 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 59.4% |
| School Capacity | 354 / 446 (79% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (7 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Apr 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11224th of 13,686
Nationally
1163rd of 1,378
In West Midlands
226th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
48%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
59
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cranbourne Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B44 0BX
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