Holywell Primary and Nursery School
97%
Capacity
409
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Holywell Primary and Nursery School
Holywell Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bromsgrove community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 409 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Holywell Primary and Nursery School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher James Harrold, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
Holywell Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 77 applications for 52 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holywell Primary and Nursery School include Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Football, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Film Club, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bromsgrove, Holywell Primary and Nursery 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 | School Road, Rednal, Birmingham, Bromsgrove, B45 9EY |
| Headteacher | James Harrold |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 409 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.9% |
| School Capacity | 409 / 420 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Feb 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
77
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Road, Rednal, Birmingham
Bromsgrove, B45 9EY
School Road, Rednal, Birmingham
Bromsgrove, B45 9EY
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