SS John and Monica Catholic Primary School
99%
Capacity
208
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About SS John and Monica Catholic Primary School
SS John and Monica 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 208 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated SS John and Monica Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Melanie Elliott, 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 10709th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 216th out of 254 in Birmingham.
SS John and Monica Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 81 applications for 30 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at SS John and Monica Catholic Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Dance, Rounders, as well as clubs including Gardening, Eco Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, SS John and Monica 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 | Chantry Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B13 8DW |
| Headteacher | Melanie Elliott |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.1% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Nov 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jul 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10709th of 13,686
Nationally
1116th of 1,378
In West Midlands
216th 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
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
50%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
81
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 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 SS John and Monica Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Chantry Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B13 8DW
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