St Alban's Catholic Primary School
94%
Capacity
206
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About St Alban's Catholic Primary School
St Alban'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 206 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 218 places).
Ofsted has rated St Alban's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca McKinney, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1401st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 254 in Birmingham.
St Alban's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 93 applications for 30 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
St Alban's Catholic Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.0/5 from 13 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Alban's Catholic Primary School include Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Dance, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Chess, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, St Alban'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 | Broad Lane, Birmingham, Birmingham, B14 5AL |
| Headteacher | Rebecca McKinney |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 206 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.0% |
| School Capacity | 206 / 218 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 20 Dec 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1401st of 13,686
Nationally
135th of 1,378
In West Midlands
24th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
81%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
93
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Alban's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Broad Lane, Birmingham
Birmingham, B14 5AL
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