Wylde Green Primary School
99%
Capacity
414
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Wylde Green Primary School
Wylde Green Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 414 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Wylde Green Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher R Hamilton-Martin, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 82% 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 1191st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 254 in Birmingham.
Wylde Green Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 219 applications for 60 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 66 were first-preference applications.
Wylde Green Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.7/5 from 9 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (72 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wylde Green Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Wylde Green 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Green Lanes, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, B73 5JL |
| Headteacher | R Hamilton-Martin |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 414 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.3% |
| School Capacity | 414 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Dec 2024): Improved significantly
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Jul 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (82%)
1191st of 13,686
Nationally
114th of 1,378
In West Midlands
21st of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
82%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
82%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
72 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
219
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
66 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wylde Green Primary School
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Contact Information
Green Lanes, Sutton Coldfield
Birmingham, B73 5JL
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