Chandos Primary School
95%
Capacity
444
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Chandos Primary School
Chandos Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 444 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 468 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Chandos Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Debbie Norbury, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9556th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 193rd out of 254 in Birmingham.
Chandos Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 91 applications for 43 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
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 Chandos Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Film Club, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 52.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Chandos 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Vaughton Street South, Birmingham, Birmingham, B12 0YN |
| Headteacher | Debbie Norbury |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 444 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 52.9% |
| School Capacity | 444 / 468 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9556th of 13,686
Nationally
972nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
193rd of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
39%
'23/24
54%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
91
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Vaughton Street South, Birmingham
Birmingham, B12 0YN
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