Bellfield Infant School (NC)
79%
Capacity
178
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Bellfield Infant School (NC)
Bellfield Infant School (NC) is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 178 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bellfield Infant School (NC) "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nigel Attwood, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
Bellfield Infant School (NC) is a popular choice with families — it received 123 applications for 45 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
Bellfield Infant School (NC) has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.0/5 from 14 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 84% recommending the school (44 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Bellfield Infant School (NC) include Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Netball, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Bellfield Infant School (NC) 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Vineyard Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B31 1PT |
| Headteacher | Nigel Attwood |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 178 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.1% |
| School Capacity | 178 / 226 (79% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 May 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
44 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: 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
2025/26Oversubscribed45
123
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Vineyard Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B31 1PT
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