Robin Hood Academy
96%
Capacity
546
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Robin Hood Academy
Robin Hood Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 546 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 570 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Robin Hood Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alexander Harris, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8979th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 177th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Robin Hood Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 131 applications for 48 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Robin Hood Academy include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Tennis, Athletics, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Film Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Robin Hood Academy 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 | Pitmaston Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B28 9PP |
| Headteacher | Alexander Harris |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 546 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.5% |
| School Capacity | 546 / 570 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Sept 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jul 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
8979th of 13,686
Nationally
910th of 1,378
In West Midlands
177th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
56%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed48
131
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Pitmaston Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B28 9PP
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