Harper Bell Seventh-day Adventist School
78%
Capacity
169
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Harper Bell Seventh-day Adventist School
Harper Bell Seventh-day Adventist School is a state-funded Seventh Day Adventist primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 169 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Harper Bell Seventh-day Adventist School "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Susan Sidhu, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 20% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13564th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 254th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Harper Bell Seventh-day Adventist School is a popular choice with families — it received 16 applications for 12 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.
Harper Bell Seventh-day Adventist School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 55% recommending the school (11 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Harper Bell Seventh-day Adventist School include Forest School, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Netball, Rounders, Swimming, as well as clubs including Chess, Film Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Harper Bell Seventh-day Adventist 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 | Seventh Day Adventist |
| Address | 29 Ravenhurst Street, Birmingham, Birmingham, B12 0EJ |
| Headteacher | Susan Sidhu |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 169 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.5% |
| School Capacity | 169 / 218 (78% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Inadequate
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (20%)
13564th of 13,686
Nationally
1369th of 1,378
In West Midlands
254th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
20%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
20%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
11 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
16
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Harper Bell Seventh-day Adventist School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
29 Ravenhurst Street, Birmingham
Birmingham, B12 0EJ
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