St Wilfrid's Catholic Junior and Infant School
72%
Capacity
303
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About St Wilfrid's Catholic Junior and Infant School
St Wilfrid's Catholic Junior and Infant School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 303 pupils on roll, operating at 72% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Wilfrid's Catholic Junior and Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Milligan, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 41% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12390th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 244th out of 254 in Birmingham.
St Wilfrid's Catholic Junior and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 26 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Wilfrid's Catholic Junior and Infant School include Library, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Swimming, Netball, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Choir, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, St Wilfrid's Catholic Junior and Infant 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 | Shawsdale Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B36 8LY |
| Headteacher | Helen Milligan |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 303 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.6% |
| School Capacity | 303 / 420 (72% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (41%)
12390th of 13,686
Nationally
1276th of 1,378
In West Midlands
244th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
41%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
37%
'23/24
41%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
62
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Shawsdale Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B36 8LY
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