George Dixon Primary School
URN: 103200 • Birmingham B17 8LE
Overview
- Name
- George Dixon Primary School
- URN
- 103200
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 45.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Shaela Good (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01216752775
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- City Road, Birmingham B17 8LE
Summary
George Dixon Primary School is a mixed community primary school located in Birmingham, accommodating 324 pupils out of a capacity of 420. The school prides itself on fostering a warm and caring environment, welcoming children from diverse backgrounds. The ethos is centred around excellence and enjoyment in learning, with a commitment to nurturing independent, well-rounded individuals who can apply their knowledge in various contexts.
The curriculum is designed to stimulate curiosity and creativity, providing relevant learning experiences that prepare children for future challenges. The school values, known as the 7C’s—care, commitment, courtesy, courage, consideration, cooperation, and communication—guide interactions and learning within the school community. Additionally, British values such as democracy and mutual respect are integral to the school's approach.
Parental engagement is highly valued, with initiatives aimed at strengthening relationships between families and the school. Support systems are in place, including a free breakfast club and after-school care, ensuring that children are well looked after during school hours. The school also implements a structured phonics programme to support early reading development, ensuring all children can achieve their potential.
The curriculum is designed to stimulate curiosity and creativity, providing relevant learning experiences that prepare children for future challenges. The school values, known as the 7C’s—care, commitment, courtesy, courage, consideration, cooperation, and communication—guide interactions and learning within the school community. Additionally, British values such as democracy and mutual respect are integral to the school's approach.
Parental engagement is highly valued, with initiatives aimed at strengthening relationships between families and the school. Support systems are in place, including a free breakfast club and after-school care, ensuring that children are well looked after during school hours. The school also implements a structured phonics programme to support early reading development, ensuring all children can achieve their potential.
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Nearby alternatives
- Grove Vale Primary School (75.2)
- St Andrew's CofE First School (74.5)
- Chilcote Primary School (73.8)
- Harborne Primary School (73.3)
- Bournville Infant School (72.8)
Key details
- LA
- Birmingham
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 324
- Boys
- 163
- Girls
- 161
- FSM %
- 56.20
- Open date
- 1900-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 324 | 163 | 161 | 420 | 56.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 351 | 176 | 175 | 420 | 49.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 394 | 204 | 190 | 420 | 50.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 394 | 204 | 190 | 420 | 50.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 396 | 215 | 181 | 420 | 48.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 399 | 213 | 186 | 420 | 42.40 |
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