St John's CofE Primary School
92%
Capacity
454
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About St John's CofE Primary School
St John's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 454 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 492 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St John's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Naomi Hedges, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8519th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 167th out of 254 in Birmingham.
St John's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 137 applications for 54 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 were first-preference applications.
St John's CofE Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.8/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (33 responses).
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's CofE Primary School include Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Forest School, Library, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Netball, Dance, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Chess, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, St John's CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Stratford Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B11 4EA |
| Headteacher | Naomi Hedges |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 454 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.4% |
| School Capacity | 454 / 492 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8519th of 13,686
Nationally
853rd of 1,378
In West Midlands
167th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
58%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
33 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
137
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St John's CofE Primary School
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Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
How to Choose a Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Stratford Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B11 4EA
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