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Plantsbrook School Catchment Area

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

Plantsbrook School is a academy converter secondary school in Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1570 pupils, and a capacity of 1498 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,570

Pupils

1,498

Capacity

105%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

Plantsbrook School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Plantsbrook 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: 1570 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1498 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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Plantsbrook School — School Information

Full address
Upper Holland Road, Sutton Coldfield, B72 1RB
Local authority
Birmingham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
15.6% of pupils
DfE URN
137053

Other Secondary Schools in Sutton Coldfield

If Plantsbrook School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Sutton Coldfield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Plantsbrook School

Is Plantsbrook School oversubscribed?

Yes — Plantsbrook School currently has 1570 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1498 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Plantsbrook School?

Admission to Plantsbrook 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 Plantsbrook School cover?

Plantsbrook School is a secondary school in Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Plantsbrook School?

Plantsbrook School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.