Oasis Academy Benson
74%
Capacity
311
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Oasis Academy Benson
Oasis Academy Benson is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 311 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Oasis Academy Benson "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Medley, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
Oasis Academy Benson is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 17 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oasis Academy Benson include Art Studios, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Drama, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 59.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Oasis Academy Benson 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 | Benson Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B18 5TD |
| Headteacher | Rachel Medley |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 311 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 59.7% |
| School Capacity | 311 / 420 (74% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Inadequate
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Oct 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
47
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Benson Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B18 5TD
Benson Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B18 5TD
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