The Olive School, Small Heath
100%
Capacity
419
Pupils
5.5x
Demand
About The Olive School, Small Heath
The Olive School, Small Heath is a state-funded Muslim 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).
the school is led by headteacher Shawkat Chowdhury, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 92% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 203rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 254 in Birmingham.
The Olive School, Small Heath is a popular choice with families — it received 327 applications for 60 places, making it 5.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 163 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 The Olive School, Small Heath include Forest School, Library, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, The Olive School, Small Heath 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 | Muslim |
| Address | Waverley Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B10 0EG |
| Headteacher | Shawkat Chowdhury |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 419 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.5% |
| School Capacity | 419 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (92%)
203rd of 13,686
Nationally
22nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
4th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
92%
Expected Standard
27%
Higher Standard
'22/23
86%
'23/24
92%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
327
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
163 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Olive School, Small Heath
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Contact Information
Waverley Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B10 0EG
Waverley Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B10 0EG
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