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Canterbury Cross Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Canterbury Cross Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Birmingham , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 475 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

475

Pupils

420

Capacity

113%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Canterbury Cross Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Canterbury Cross Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Birmingham. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 475 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Birmingham before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Canterbury Cross Primary School — School Information

Full address
Canterbury Road, Birchfield, Birmingham, B20 3AA
Local authority
Birmingham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
54.7% of pupils
DfE URN
143942

Other Primary Schools in Birmingham

If Canterbury Cross Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Birmingham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Canterbury Cross Primary School

Is Canterbury Cross Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Canterbury Cross Primary School currently has 475 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Canterbury Cross Primary School?

Admission to Canterbury Cross Primary School is managed by Birmingham. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Canterbury Cross Primary School cover?

Canterbury Cross Primary School is a primary school in Birmingham, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Canterbury Cross Primary School?

Canterbury Cross Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.