Adderley Primary School
64%
Capacity
402
Pupils
4.4x
Demand
About Adderley Primary School
Adderley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 402 pupils on roll, operating at 64% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Adderley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rizvana Darr, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5785th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 106th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Adderley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 115 applications for 26 places, making it 4.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
Adderley Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.5/5 from 20 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Adderley Primary School include Sensory Room, Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cross Country, Netball, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Drama, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 59.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Adderley Primary School is one of the options available in the West Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Arden Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B8 1DZ |
| Headteacher | Rizvana Darr |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 402 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 59.5% |
| School Capacity | 402 / 630 (64% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jan 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5785th of 13,686
Nationally
562nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
106th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
66%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
115
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (22% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Adderley Primary School
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Contact Information
Arden Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B8 1DZ
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