The Deanery Church of England Primary School
94%
Capacity
445
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About The Deanery Church of England Primary School
The Deanery Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 445 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Lisa McIntosh, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 82% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1171st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 254 in Birmingham.
The Deanery Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 152 applications for 60 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 59 were first-preference applications.
The Deanery Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 87% recommending the school (198 responses).
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 The Deanery Church of England Primary School include Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Tennis, Swimming, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Science Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, The Deanery Church of England 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Fox Hollies Road, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, B76 2RD |
| Headteacher | Lisa McIntosh |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 445 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.1% |
| School Capacity | 445 / 472 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (82%)
1171st of 13,686
Nationally
112th of 1,378
In West Midlands
20th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
82%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
82%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
198 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed60
152
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
59 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Deanery Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Fox Hollies Road, Sutton Coldfield
Birmingham, B76 2RD
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