Our Lady's Catholic Primary School
96%
Capacity
202
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Our Lady's Catholic Primary School
Our Lady's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 202 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Our Lady's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Cahill, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9973rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 201st out of 254 in Birmingham.
Our Lady's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 92 applications for 28 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Our Lady's Catholic Primary School include Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Netball, Dance, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Our Lady's 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | East Meadway, Birmingham, Birmingham, B33 0AU |
| Headteacher | Sarah Cahill |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 202 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.0% |
| School Capacity | 202 / 210 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 May 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9973rd of 13,686
Nationally
1024th of 1,378
In West Midlands
201st of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
53%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
92
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Lady's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
East Meadway, Birmingham
Birmingham, B33 0AU
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