Bordesley Village Primary School
71%
Capacity
325
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Bordesley Village Primary School
Bordesley Village Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 325 pupils on roll, operating at 71% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bordesley Village Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rubina Darr, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4514th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 83rd out of 254 in Birmingham.
Bordesley Village Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 67 applications for 30 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bordesley Village Primary School include Playing Fields, Library, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Tennis, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Eco Club, Film Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 58.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Bordesley Village 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Emmeline Street, Birmingham, Birmingham, B9 4NG |
| Headteacher | Rubina Darr |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 325 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 58.2% |
| School Capacity | 325 / 459 (71% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4514th of 13,686
Nationally
444th of 1,378
In West Midlands
83rd of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
69%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed30
67
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bordesley Village Primary School
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Contact Information
Emmeline Street, Birmingham
Birmingham, B9 4NG
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