St Francis Catholic Primary School

About St Francis Catholic Primary School

St Francis Catholic Primary School in Birmingham is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary for mixed pupils aged 4 to 11, led by headteacher Margaret Brumant. With a school capacity of 420, its intake reflects a typical urban primary, though the data does not specify current pupil numbers or whether it is oversubscribed. The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is not given, so it is not possible to compare this against the local or national average. However, the school’s religious character and the presence of a chapel on site suggest it serves families seeking a faith-based education within the Birmingham local authority. The nearest outstanding-rated primary is Nishkam Primary School Birmingham, 0.8 km away, indicating a competitive local landscape where St Francis holds a Good Ofsted rating. Without admission information detailing demand, it is unclear how sought-after places are, but the school’s facilities and Catholic ethos likely attract families from the surrounding area.

Academically, St Francis Catholic Primary School has been rated Good by Ofsted, a solid outcome in a local authority where only 28 out of 292 primary schools hold the top Outstanding grade. The school’s most recent inspection found it to be a good school, though the data does not provide a breakdown of specific inspection grades for areas such as leadership, teaching, or behaviour. Key Stage 2 results are not available in this data, so it is not possible to compare the school’s performance against the Birmingham local authority average of 63 per cent of pupils reaching the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths. Similarly, Progress 8 scores are absent, leaving a gap in understanding how well pupils progress from their starting points. Parents should seek the school’s published SATs results or the full Ofsted report for a clearer picture of academic attainment and progress relative to peers.

The school offers a wide range of facilities including a Forest School, ICT suite, music rooms, sports hall, sensory room, library, and chapel, supporting both academic and extracurricular development. Sports provision covers gymnastics, football, cricket, swimming, tennis, athletics, and dance, while clubs include drama, art, gardening, choir, and chess. These offerings suggest a school that values outdoor learning and creative pursuits alongside core subjects. There is no nursery provision, so children enter at age 4. The school does not have boarding and is a standard state primary. For families prioritising a Catholic education with strong facilities and a Good Ofsted rating, St Francis is a viable option, though those seeking Outstanding-rated alternatives may consider Nishkam Primary 0.8 km away. Without oversubscription data, it is advisable to check admission arrangements directly with the school or Birmingham local authority.

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