Hanbury's Farm Community Primary School
79%
Capacity
181
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Hanbury's Farm Community Primary School
Hanbury's Farm Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tamworth community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 181 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hanbury's Farm Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Gripton, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 46% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11520th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 21 in Tamworth.
Hanbury's Farm Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 31 applications for 18 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hanbury's Farm Community Primary School include Gymnasium, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Athletics, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tamworth, Hanbury's Farm Community 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 | Derwent, Tamworth, Tamworth, B77 2LD |
| Headteacher | Nicola Gripton |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 181 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.4% |
| School Capacity | 181 / 230 (79% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (46%)
11520th of 13,686
Nationally
1193rd of 1,378
In West Midlands
15th of 21
In Tamworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
46%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
42%
'23/24
46%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
31
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Derwent, Tamworth
Tamworth, B77 2LD
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