Lift Montgomery
71%
Capacity
450
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Lift Montgomery
Lift Montgomery is a state-funded None primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 450 pupils on roll, operating at 71% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Jasmine Woodward, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 91% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 231st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Lift Montgomery is a popular choice with families — it received 80 applications for 43 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
Lift Montgomery parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (15 responses).
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 Lift Montgomery include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Forest School, Sports Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cross Country, Football, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 58.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Lift Montgomery 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | White Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B11 1EH |
| Headteacher | Jasmine Woodward |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 450 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 58.2% |
| School Capacity | 450 / 630 (71% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (91%)
231st of 13,686
Nationally
23rd of 1,378
In West Midlands
5th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
91%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
88%
'23/24
91%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
15 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
80
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lift Montgomery
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
White Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B11 1EH
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