Brandhall Primary School
104%
Capacity
436
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Brandhall Primary School
Brandhall Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sandwell community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 436 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Brandhall Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Elizabeth Hart, it falls under Sandwell local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3363rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 83 in Sandwell.
Brandhall Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 100 applications for 50 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
Brandhall Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.7/5 from 8 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Brandhall Primary School include Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Library, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sandwell, Brandhall 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 | Brennand Road, Oldbury, Sandwell, B68 0SH |
| Headteacher | Elizabeth Hart |
| Local Authority | Sandwell |
| Number of Pupils | 436 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.3% |
| School Capacity | 436 / 420 (104% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Apr 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Feb 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3363rd of 13,686
Nationally
325th of 1,378
In West Midlands
13th of 83
In Sandwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
73%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
100
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Brennand Road, Oldbury
Sandwell, B68 0SH
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