Marlborough Primary School
95%
Capacity
624
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Marlborough Primary School
Marlborough Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 624 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 656 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Marlborough Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Geni Begum, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12421st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 245th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Marlborough Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 137 applications for 47 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
Marlborough Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (99 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Marlborough Primary School include Forest School, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Cricket, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Eco Club, Gardening, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 55.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Marlborough 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 | Marlborough Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B10 9NY |
| Headteacher | Geni Begum |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 624 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 55.4% |
| School Capacity | 624 / 656 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12421st of 13,686
Nationally
1281st of 1,378
In West Midlands
245th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
1%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
40%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
99 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed47
137
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Marlborough Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B10 9NY
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