St Ambrose Barlow Catholic Primary School

URN: 103465 • Birmingham B28 9JJ

Overview

Name
St Ambrose Barlow Catholic Primary School
URN
103465
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jon Clinton (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01214642791
Website
Visit
Address
841 Shirley Road, Birmingham B28 9JJ

Summary

St. Ambrose Barlow Catholic Primary School, located in Hall Green, Birmingham, is a voluntary aided primary school catering to mixed-gender pupils. With a capacity of 210 and currently 206 students enrolled, the school aims to provide a nurturing and inclusive environment grounded in Catholic values. The school's ethos emphasizes the importance of developing a Christ-centred community while fostering respect for all faiths.

The curriculum at St. Ambrose Barlow is designed to meet the diverse needs of its pupils, promoting high standards of achievement across a broad range of subjects, including the National Curriculum. The school places a strong emphasis on spiritual, moral, and social development, encouraging children to become responsible citizens and lifelong learners. Parents are actively involved in their children's religious education, particularly in preparation for the Sacrament of the Eucharist.

Community engagement is integral to the school's mission, with initiatives that promote British values such as democracy, the rule of law, and individual liberty. The school council provides pupils with a platform to voice their opinions, ensuring they play a role in the decision-making processes within the school. Overall, St. Ambrose Barlow strives to create a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for all its students.

Key details

LA
Birmingham
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
206
Boys
103
Girls
103
FSM %
26.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-10-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 206 103 103 210 26.70
2024-09-11 207 106 101 210 20.80
2023-09-11 205 118 87 210 14.60
2022-09-11 205 118 87 210 14.60
2021-09-11 206 118 88 210 16.00
2020-09-11 208 115 93 210 12.00

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