Yorkswood Primary School
72%
Capacity
388
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Yorkswood Primary School
Yorkswood 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 388 pupils on roll, operating at 72% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Yorkswood Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Ryan Lawrence, it falls under Solihull local authority.
Yorkswood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 55 applications for 30 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
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 Yorkswood Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Athletics, Dance, as well as clubs including Film Club, Book Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 63.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Solihull, Yorkswood 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 | Kingshurst Way, Birmingham, Solihull, B37 6DF |
| Headteacher | Ryan Lawrence |
| Local Authority | Solihull |
| Number of Pupils | 388 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 63.2% |
| School Capacity | 388 / 540 (72% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
55
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Kingshurst Way, Birmingham
Solihull, B37 6DF
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