The Olive School, Small Heath

The Olive School, Small Heath: key facts

What did Ofsted judge The Olive School, Small Heath's overall effectiveness to be?

Ofsted judged The Olive School, Small Heath's overall effectiveness as Outstanding at its inspection in January 2024, on Ofsted's own scale.

How many pupils attend The Olive School, Small Heath?

The Olive School, Small Heath has 420 pupils on roll.

What ages does The Olive School, Small Heath take?

The Olive School, Small Heath admits pupils aged 4 to 11.

Where is The Olive School, Small Heath located?

The Olive School, Small Heath is located in Birmingham, B10 0EG, Birmingham.

How do I apply to The Olive School, Small Heath?

The Olive School, Small Heath is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for primary places is 15 January.

Does The Olive School, Small Heath have a religious character?

Yes — The Olive School, Small Heath has a religious character of Muslim. Faith criteria may apply to admissions; check the school's oversubscription policy for details.

How close do you need to live to get into The Olive School, Small Heath?

On offer day for 2026-27 (Reception), the furthest place offered at The Olive School, Small Heath was 1.494 miles from the school. That is the distance the last place reached in one year, not a boundary and not a guarantee — it moves with the number of applicants.

What is the largest ethnic background at The Olive School, Small Heath?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 49% of pupils at The Olive School, Small Heath are recorded as Pakistani. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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