Canterbury Cross Primary School

  • Primary
  • Academy
  • Ages 3 to 11
Ofsted: Good

Canterbury Road, Birchfield, Birmingham, B20 3AAOpen in maps

Canterbury Cross Primary School is a primary school in Birmingham for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 501 schools in Birmingham. It ranks 119th of 264 primary schools in Birmingham. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in February 2014.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 26 February 2014, report published 20 March 2014

Overall effectiveness
Good
Leadership and management
Good

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What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 20 May 2025

Pupils flourish during their time at this school. By the time they reach the end of Year 6, they are confident, knowledgeable and resilient. They are very well prepared for secondary school. The school sets high aspirations for its pupils. Pupils rise to the school's expectations. In 2024, a high proportion of pupils reached the nationally expected standards in reading, writing and mathematics. The school provides for a high number of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Some pupils have very complex needs. The school makes sure that each pupil's needs are fully understood and that these pupils progress well through the curriculum. Pupils' behaviour is excellent, both in and out of lessons, including in the early years. Clear routines are established right from the start. Pupils are courteous, inquisitive and considerate. They enjoy school and look after each other. They have a high degree of trust in adults to resolve any issues that may occur. The school provides a wide range of meaningful opportunities and experiences that enable pupils to develop socially and emotionally. Pupils take on positions of responsibility and enjoy trips out of school. Visits from organisations such as the Royal Ballet enrich the curriculum.

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Exam results

SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25

61 pupils took the tests

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths67%

67%, 5 percentage points above the England average of 62%.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths5%

5%, 3 percentage points below the England average of 8%.

Reading, average scaled score106

106, the same as the England average.

Maths, average scaled score106

106, 1 above the England average of 105.

Grammar, punctuation and spelling, average scaled score109

109, 4 above the England average of 105.

Pupil numbers and mix

481 pupils on roll, with places for 420

Eligible for free school meals54.3%

54.3%, 27.8 percentage points above the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language41.6%

41.6%, 20 percentage points above the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support21.2%

21.2%, 6.4 percentage points above the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan1.7%

1.7%, 4.3 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near Canterbury Cross Primary School

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Sacred Heart Catholic School0.2 milesReport card: Expected standard to strong standard58% met the expected standard
Birchfield Primary School0.2 milesOfsted: Good72% met the expected standard
Holy Trinity CE Primary Academy (Handsworth)0.3 milesOfsted: Good53% met the expected standard
Westminster Primary School0.4 milesOfsted: Good73% met the expected standard
Heathfield Primary School0.6 milesOfsted: Good76% met the expected standard

School details

School type
Academy converter
Sector
Academy
Trust
CANTERBURY CROSS EDUCATION TRUST
Age range
3 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Nursery classes
Yes
Headteacher
Mr Khalid Din
Phone
01214645321
Website
canterburycross.org.uk
Address
Canterbury Road, Birchfield, Birmingham, B20 3AA
Local authority
Birmingham
URN
143942

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.