St Alphege Church of England Junior School
92%
Capacity
257
Pupils
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Demand
About St Alphege Church of England Junior School
St Alphege Church of England Junior School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Solihull community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 257 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 280 places).
Ofsted has rated St Alphege Church of England Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sam Smith, it falls under Solihull local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 84% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 854th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 42 in Solihull.
St Alphege Church of England Junior School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.0/5 from 9 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (68 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 St Alphege Church of England Junior School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Library, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Cross Country, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Book Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Solihull, St Alphege Church of England Junior 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Widney Manor Road, Solihull, Solihull, B91 3JG |
| Headteacher | Sam Smith |
| Local Authority | Solihull |
| Number of Pupils | 257 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.8% |
| School Capacity | 257 / 280 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Jul 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Source: Ofsted, 8 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (84%)
854th of 13,686
Nationally
78th of 1,378
In West Midlands
1st of 42
In Solihull
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
84%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
84%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
68 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Alphege Church of England Junior School
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Contact Information
Widney Manor Road, Solihull
Solihull, B91 3JG
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