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St Cuthbert's RC Junior and Infant (NC) School

St Cuthbert's RC Junior and Infant (NC) School

Birmingham, B8 2PSPrimary School·Ages 3-11
Goodby Ofsted

113%

Capacity

237

Pupils

1.9x

Demand

About St Cuthbert's RC Junior and Infant (NC) School

St Cuthbert's RC Junior and Infant (NC) School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 237 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (113% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated St Cuthbert's RC Junior and Infant (NC) School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Hobbs, it falls under Birmingham local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8235th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 162nd out of 254 in Birmingham.

St Cuthbert's RC Junior and Infant (NC) School is a popular choice with families — it received 53 applications for 28 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.

St Cuthbert's RC Junior and Infant (NC) School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.3/5 from 2 parents).

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 Cuthbert's RC Junior and Infant (NC) School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cricket, Netball, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Art Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 60.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, St Cuthbert's RC Junior and Infant (NC) 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterRoman Catholic
AddressGumbleberrys Close, Stechford, Birmingham, Birmingham, B8 2PS
HeadteacherSarah Hobbs
Local AuthorityBirmingham
Number of Pupils237
Free School Meals (FSM)60.8%
School Capacity237 / 210 (113% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

24 Nov 2022
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (24 Nov 2022): School remains Good

Declined
Leadership & Management
Good

Source: Ofsted, 22 Nov 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)

8235th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 60%

821st of 1,378

In West Midlands

Top 60%

162nd of 254

In Birmingham

Top 64%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

59%

Expected Standard

6%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 105
Expected:69%
Higher:28%
Writing
Expected:75%
Higher:13%
MathsAvg Score: 106
Expected:78%
Higher:28%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeDeclining -6%

'22/23

65%

'23/24

59%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingPhysicalLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

5
LibraryPlaying FieldsSports HallSensory RoomChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

9

Sports

GymnasticsCricketNetballDanceFootballAthletics

Clubs & Activities

ChessGardeningArt Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

28

Applications

53

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio1.9x
0x1x2x3x5x+

28 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About St Cuthbert's RC Junior and Infant (NC) School

St Cuthbert's RC Junior and Infant (NC) School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01216752205www.stcuthbertsrc.org

Gumbleberrys Close, Stechford, Birmingham

Birmingham, B8 2PS

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Gumbleberrys Close, Stechford, Birmingham

Birmingham, B8 2PS

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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