Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Primary School
100%
Capacity
210
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Primary School
Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 210 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher John-Paul Shanahan, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4206th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 72nd out of 254 in Birmingham.
Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 66 applications for 28 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 of Fatima Catholic Primary School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Netball, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Book Club, Art Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Our Lady of Fatima 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Winchfield Drive, Birmingham, Birmingham, B17 8TR |
| Headteacher | John-Paul Shanahan |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 210 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.2% |
| School Capacity | 210 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Feb 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4206th of 13,686
Nationally
402nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
72nd of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
84%
'23/24
70%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
66
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Winchfield Drive, Birmingham
Birmingham, B17 8TR
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