Windy Arbor Primary School
88%
Capacity
410
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Windy Arbor Primary School
Windy Arbor Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Solihull community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 410 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 464 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Windy Arbor Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanna Curry, it falls under Solihull local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9921st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 42 in Solihull.
Windy Arbor Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 71 applications for 34 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Windy Arbor Primary School include Sports Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Swimming, Gymnastics, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Choir.
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 Solihull, Windy Arbor 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 | Woodlands Way, Birmingham, Solihull, B37 6RN |
| Headteacher | Joanna Curry |
| Local Authority | Solihull |
| Number of Pupils | 410 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 57.8% |
| School Capacity | 410 / 464 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Feb 2018Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Feb 2018): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 5 Jul 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9921st of 13,686
Nationally
1016th of 1,378
In West Midlands
38th of 42
In Solihull
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
35%
'23/24
53%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed34
71
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Woodlands Way, Birmingham
Solihull, B37 6RN
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