St John Wall Catholic School
103%
Capacity
620
Pupils
4.2x
Demand
About St John Wall Catholic School
St John Wall Catholic School is a state-funded Roman Catholic secondary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 11 to 16. The school has 620 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 600 places).
Ofsted has rated St John Wall Catholic School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katherine Marston, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of +0.82 is well above the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is solid at 48.5. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 178th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 83 in Birmingham.
St John Wall Catholic School is a popular choice with families — it received 401 applications for 96 places, making it 4.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 71 were first-preference applications.
St John Wall Catholic School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 7 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St John Wall Catholic School include Library, Science Labs, Sports Hall, Theatre, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Tennis, Rowing, Gymnastics and 6 more, as well as clubs including DofE, Newspaper, Film Club, Choir and 6 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 59.0%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Birmingham, St John Wall Catholic 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 | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 16 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Oxhill Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B21 8HH |
| Headteacher | Katherine Marston |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 620 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 59.0% |
| School Capacity | 620 / 600 (103% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 13 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.82)
178th of 3,141
Nationally
13th of 371
In West Midlands
8th of 83
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make significantly more progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
20Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed96
401
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
71 families put this school as their 1st choice (18% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St John Wall Catholic School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Oxhill Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B21 8HH
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