Monkspath Junior and Infant School
123%
Capacity
725
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Monkspath Junior and Infant School
Monkspath Junior and Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Solihull community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 725 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (123% of 589 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Monkspath Junior and Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Dan Wild, it falls under Solihull local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 941st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 42 in Solihull.
Monkspath Junior and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 149 applications for 73 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 66 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 Monkspath Junior and Infant School include Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Library, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Forest School, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Athletics, Football, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Solihull, Monkspath Junior and Infant 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Farmhouse Way, Solihull, Solihull, B90 4EH |
| Headteacher | Dan Wild |
| Local Authority | Solihull |
| Number of Pupils | 725 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.7% |
| School Capacity | 725 / 589 (123% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Oct 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jan 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
941st of 13,686
Nationally
88th of 1,378
In West Midlands
2nd of 42
In Solihull
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
83%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed73
149
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
66 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.
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Contact Information
Farmhouse Way, Solihull
Solihull, B90 4EH
Farmhouse Way, Solihull
Solihull, B90 4EH
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