Princethorpe Infant School
74%
Capacity
162
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Princethorpe Infant School
Princethorpe Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 162 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Gerrard Rothwell, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
Princethorpe Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 32 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
Princethorpe Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (12 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Princethorpe Infant School include Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Library, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Gymnastics, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Film Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 51.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Princethorpe 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 | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Princethorpe Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B29 5QB |
| Headteacher | Gerrard Rothwell |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 162 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 51.2% |
| School Capacity | 162 / 219 (74% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
12 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed32
76
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Princethorpe Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B29 5QB
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