Beaconside Primary and Nursery School
100%
Capacity
232
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Beaconside Primary and Nursery School
Beaconside Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bromsgrove community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 232 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 231 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Beaconside Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lorraine Hadley, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 86% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 657th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 8 in Bromsgrove.
Beaconside Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 81 applications for 30 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Beaconside Primary and Nursery School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Forest School, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Athletics, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Choir, Coding, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bromsgrove, Beaconside Primary and Nursery 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hazel Road, Birmingham, Bromsgrove, B45 9DX |
| Headteacher | Lorraine Hadley |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 232 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.6% |
| School Capacity | 232 / 231 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (86%)
657th of 13,686
Nationally
59th of 1,378
In West Midlands
1st of 8
In Bromsgrove
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
86%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
81%
'23/24
86%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
81
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hazel Road, Birmingham
Bromsgrove, B45 9DX
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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