Wheelers Lane Primary School
102%
Capacity
645
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Wheelers Lane Primary School
Wheelers Lane Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 645 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wheelers Lane Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Sumner, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4652nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 85th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Wheelers Lane Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 203 applications for 86 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 75 were first-preference applications.
Wheelers Lane Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.8/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wheelers Lane Primary School include Art Studios, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Rounders, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Wheelers Lane 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Wheelers Lane, Birmingham, Birmingham, B13 0SF |
| Headteacher | Emma Sumner |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 645 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.3% |
| School Capacity | 645 / 630 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (7 Dec 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 13 May 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4652nd of 13,686
Nationally
453rd of 1,378
In West Midlands
85th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
69%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed86
203
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
75 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wheelers Lane, Birmingham
Birmingham, B13 0SF
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