St Cuthbert's RC Junior and Infant (NC) School
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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Gumbleberrys Close, Stechford, Birmingham, Birmingham, B8 2PS |
| Headteacher | Sarah Hobbs |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 237 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 60.8% |
| School Capacity | 237 / 210 (113% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Nov 2022): School remains 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
821st of 1,378
In West Midlands
162nd of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
59%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
53
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
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.
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Contact Information
Gumbleberrys Close, Stechford, Birmingham
Birmingham, B8 2PS
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