Our Lady and St Rose of Lima Catholic Primary School
110%
Capacity
231
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Our Lady and St Rose of Lima Catholic Primary School
Our Lady and St Rose of Lima Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 231 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Our Lady and St Rose of Lima Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Carroll, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10613th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 215th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Our Lady and St Rose of Lima Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 73 applications for 27 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
Our Lady and St Rose of Lima Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (16 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Our Lady and St Rose of Lima Catholic Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Library, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Dance, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Gardening, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Our Lady and St Rose of Lima Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Gregory Avenue, Our Lady & St. Rose of Lima Catholic Primary Schoo, Birmingham, Birmingham, B29 5DY |
| Headteacher | Paul Carroll |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 231 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.8% |
| School Capacity | 231 / 210 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Feb 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10613th of 13,686
Nationally
1107th of 1,378
In West Midlands
215th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
16 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
73
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Lady and St Rose of Lima Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Gregory Avenue, Our Lady & St. Rose of Lima Catholic Primary Schoo, Birmingham
Birmingham, B29 5DY
Gregory Avenue, Our Lady & St. Rose of Lima Catholic Primary Schoo, Birmingham
Birmingham, B29 5DY
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