St Anne's Catholic Primary School
105%
Capacity
441
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Anne's Catholic Primary School
St Anne's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Solihull community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 441 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher DANIEL LINEHAN, it falls under Solihull local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% 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 1715th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 42 in Solihull.
St Anne's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 90 applications for 44 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
St Anne's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (50 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Anne's Catholic Primary School include Art Studios, Forest School, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Tennis, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Chess, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Solihull, St Anne'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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Bosworth Drive, Birmingham, Solihull, B37 5DP |
| Headteacher | DANIEL LINEHAN |
| Local Authority | Solihull |
| Number of Pupils | 441 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.5% |
| School Capacity | 441 / 420 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1715th of 13,686
Nationally
170th of 1,378
In West Midlands
6th of 42
In Solihull
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
87%
'23/24
79%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
50 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
90
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Anne's Catholic Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Bosworth Drive, Birmingham
Solihull, B37 5DP
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