Officers were out in force in Elm Farm Avenue and slapped penalties on motorists for offences such as not wearing a seat belt or ignoring the traffic restrictions surrounding the school.
Earlier this month, the School Streets scheme - which bans vehicles from entering certain streets at peak times - was made permanent.
While the council has said the project has been a success, some residents are concerned that not enough has been done to enforce the restrictions - since they took effect in 2017.
Despite the traffic regulation order being put in place by the local authority, the power to issue fines to those who don't comply rests with Solihull Police.
Beverley Elliott, headteacher of Marston Green Infant Academy, sent out a letter earlier this week to remind parents to stick to the rules.
"WMP have asked us to inform parents that they will be doing random and regular spot checks of the area," she said. "Repeat offenders may receive points on their licence.
"We hope all parents will adhere to the road restrictions, in order to ensure the environment surrounding our school if safe for children."
While some parents were pleased to see the officers out in the village, arguing children's safety was "paramount", others have questioned whether the presence is a sensible use of resources.
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