The Oratory Roman Catholic Primary School
About The Oratory Roman Catholic Primary School
The Oratory Roman Catholic Primary School in Birmingham does not have a published parent recommendation rate, so gauging family satisfaction from that metric is not possible here. However, the school’s oversubscription ratio tells a clearer story: with a capacity of 232 places and a current role that is not specified in the data, the school is not reported as oversubscribed, which suggests that local demand is not outstripping supply. This is a significant signal for parents weighing their options, particularly given the school’s most recent Ofsted rating of Inadequate, a judgment that will understandably give many families pause. The school does offer nursery provision for children aged three and above, which can be a practical advantage for working parents seeking continuity from early years through to Year 6. The religious character is Roman Catholic, so families who prioritise a faith-based environment may find this a natural fit, though the school is open to mixed gender admissions across the full primary age range.
Key Details
School day
Teaching hours
08:50 – 15:30
Source: theoratoryschool.co.uk. Extracted automatically — confirm with the school before relying on these times.
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