St Laurence Church Junior School
98%
Capacity
354
Pupils
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Demand
About St Laurence Church Junior School
St Laurence Church Junior School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 354 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 360 places).
Ofsted has rated St Laurence Church Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Murphy, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5640th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 100th out of 254 in Birmingham.
St Laurence Church Junior School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.0/5 from 25 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Laurence Church Junior School include Library, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cricket, Football, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Science Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, St Laurence Church Junior 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Bunbury Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B31 2DJ |
| Headteacher | Andrew Murphy |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 354 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.6% |
| School Capacity | 354 / 360 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jun 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5640th of 13,686
Nationally
544th of 1,378
In West Midlands
100th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
66%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Laurence Church Junior School
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Contact Information
Bunbury Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B31 2DJ
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