SS Mary & John Catholic Primary School
106%
Capacity
446
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About SS Mary & John Catholic Primary School
SS Mary & John Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 446 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated SS Mary & John Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mary Lynch, 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 10911th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 218th out of 254 in Birmingham.
SS Mary & John Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 113 applications for 50 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at SS Mary & John Catholic Primary School include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Dance, Rounders, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 56.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, SS Mary & John 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Beaufort Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B23 7NB |
| Headteacher | Mary Lynch |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 446 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 56.3% |
| School Capacity | 446 / 420 (106% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10911th of 13,686
Nationally
1135th of 1,378
In West Midlands
218th 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
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
113
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
43 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About SS Mary & John Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Beaufort Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B23 7NB
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