Harborne Primary School
100%
Capacity
836
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Harborne Primary School
Harborne Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 836 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 840 places).
Ofsted has rated Harborne Primary School "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Linda Francis, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2178th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Harborne Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 320 applications for 120 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 131 were first-preference applications.
Harborne Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 78% recommending the school (157 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 Harborne Primary School include Forest School, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Library, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Rounders, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Coding, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Harborne 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 | Station Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B17 9LU |
| Headteacher | Linda Francis |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 836 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.2% |
| School Capacity | 836 / 840 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 May 2025Quality of Education
Inadequate
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2178th of 13,686
Nationally
219th of 1,378
In West Midlands
40th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
77%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
157 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed120
320
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
131 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Harborne Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Station Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B17 9LU
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