Lift Lea Forest
Hurstcroft Road, Kitts Green, Birmingham, B33 9RDOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Lift Lea Forest is a primary school in Birmingham for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 501 schools in Birmingham. It ranks 7th of 264 primary schools in Birmingham. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in December 2022.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 7 December 2022, report published 30 January 2023
- Overall effectiveness
- Outstanding
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 7 December 2022
This is an exceptional school where pupils flourish. Leaders and staff work together very successfully so that pupils reach their full potential. The rich and ambitious curriculum ensures that pupils develop detailed knowledge and understanding over time in all subjects. Leaders have created an impressive school environment that focuses on supporting pupils' excellent academic achievement. Pupils talk confidently about the displays around school and how these promote their right to have a voice and be heard. Pupils have an excellent understanding of fundamental British values. They know the importance of celebrating differences and diversity and show this through their everyday actions. Discrimination is rare. Pupils know that if it happens, they should 'see it, stop it, solve it'. Pupils' behaviour and attitudes towards their learning and each other are excellent. They work hard, are keen to learn and achieve exceptionally well. Disruptions to pupils' learning are rare. Pupils value their education and say that school is an amazing place to be. Pupils are happy and feel safe. Bullying is not tolerated. Staff work closely with pupils to resolve any issues that do occur. Pupils are enthusiastic about participating in a programme where they earn credits for completing tasks and attending clubs. This enables them to take the responsibility for further developing their own talents and interests.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
62 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
536 pupils on roll, with places for 490
Schools near Lift Lea Forest
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gossey Lane Academy | 0.4 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 63% met the expected standard |
| The Oval School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 65% met the expected standard |
| Audley Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 70% met the expected standard |
| Oasis Academy Blakenhale Infants | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Oasis Academy Blakenhale Junior | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 71% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- LIFT SCHOOLS
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Ms Lynsey Hedley
- Phone
- 01216753985
- Address
- Hurstcroft Road, Kitts Green, Birmingham, B33 9RD
- Local authority
- Birmingham
- URN
- 139003
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.