The Shirestone Academy
101%
Capacity
242
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About The Shirestone Academy
The Shirestone Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 242 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Nadeem Bashir, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 86% 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 697th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 254 in Birmingham.
The Shirestone Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 106 applications for 30 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
The Shirestone Academy has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.2/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Shirestone Academy include Art Studios, Gymnasium, Library, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Swimming, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Book Club, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 57.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, The Shirestone Academy 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Shirestone Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B33 0DH |
| Headteacher | Nadeem Bashir |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 242 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 57.8% |
| School Capacity | 242 / 240 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (86%)
697th of 13,686
Nationally
64th of 1,378
In West Midlands
13th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
86%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
86%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
106
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
41 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.
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Contact Information
Shirestone Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B33 0DH
Shirestone Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B33 0DH
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