St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
98%
Capacity
231
Pupils
3.7x
Demand
About St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
St Augustine'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 231 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Augustine's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julie Foley, 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 1672nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 42 in Solihull.
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 88 applications for 24 places, making it 3.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Augustine's Catholic Primary School include Forest School, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Rounders, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Chess, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Solihull, St Augustine'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 | Whitefields Road, Solihull, Solihull, B91 3NZ |
| Headteacher | Julie Foley |
| Local Authority | Solihull |
| Number of Pupils | 231 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.5% |
| School Capacity | 231 / 236 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Oct 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Apr 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1672nd of 13,686
Nationally
163rd of 1,378
In West Midlands
5th 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
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
79%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
88
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Whitefields Road, Solihull
Solihull, B91 3NZ
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