St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School
95%
Capacity
199
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School
St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Sandwell community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 199 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laura Marshall, it falls under Sandwell local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11348th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 73rd out of 83 in Sandwell.
St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 28 applications for 16 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 87% recommending the school (39 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple 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 Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School include Gymnasium, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Netball, Rounders, as well as clubs including Film Club, Science Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sandwell, St Francis Xavier 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 | McKean Road, Oldbury, Sandwell, B69 4BA |
| Headteacher | Laura Marshall |
| Local Authority | Sandwell |
| Number of Pupils | 199 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.6% |
| School Capacity | 199 / 210 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11348th of 13,686
Nationally
1178th of 1,378
In West Midlands
73rd of 83
In Sandwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
37%
'23/24
47%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
39 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
28
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
McKean Road, Oldbury
Sandwell, B69 4BA
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