Al-Furqan Primary School
100%
Capacity
631
Pupils
4.8x
Demand
About Al-Furqan Primary School
Al-Furqan Primary School is a state-funded Muslim primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 631 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Al-Furqan Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sue Barratt Mrs Sadyah Yafai, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2092nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Al-Furqan Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 431 applications for 90 places, making it 4.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 117 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Al-Furqan Primary School include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics, as well as clubs including Book Club, Choir, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Al-Furqan 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 | Muslim |
| Address | Reddings Lane, Birmingham, Birmingham, B11 3EY |
| Headteacher | Sue Barratt Mrs Sadyah Yafai |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 631 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.2% |
| School Capacity | 631 / 630 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Jul 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2092nd of 13,686
Nationally
209th of 1,378
In West Midlands
38th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
77%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
431
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
117 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Reddings Lane, Birmingham
Birmingham, B11 3EY
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