Birchwood Primary School
108%
Capacity
453
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Birchwood Primary School
Birchwood Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Warwickshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 453 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Neil Coleman, it falls under Warwickshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3827th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 21 in North Warwickshire.
Birchwood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 115 applications for 60 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 70 were first-preference applications.
Birchwood Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (86 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Birchwood Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Football, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Coding, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Warwickshire, Birchwood 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 | Birchwood Avenue, Tamworth, North Warwickshire, B78 1QU |
| Headteacher | Neil Coleman |
| Local Authority | Warwickshire |
| Number of Pupils | 453 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.2% |
| School Capacity | 453 / 420 (108% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Apr 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3827th of 13,686
Nationally
367th of 1,378
In West Midlands
5th of 21
In North Warwickshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
86 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
115
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
70 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Birchwood Primary School
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Contact Information
Birchwood Avenue, Tamworth
North Warwickshire, B78 1QU
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