St Mary's Catholic Primary School
100%
Capacity
419
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About St Mary's Catholic Primary School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 419 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated St Mary's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Yorke, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1414th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 254 in Birmingham.
St Mary's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 173 applications for 60 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 59 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary's Catholic Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cross Country, Netball, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, St Mary's 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Vivian Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B17 0DN |
| Headteacher | Louise Yorke |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 419 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.3% |
| School Capacity | 419 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1414th of 13,686
Nationally
137th of 1,378
In West Midlands
25th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
80%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
173
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
59 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Vivian Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B17 0DN
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