Nelson Mandela School
89%
Capacity
441
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About Nelson Mandela School
Nelson Mandela School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 441 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 498 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Nelson Mandela School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amy Lassman, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7297th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 142nd out of 254 in Birmingham.
Nelson Mandela School is a popular choice with families — it received 184 applications for 48 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Nelson Mandela School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 51.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Nelson Mandela 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 | Colville Road, Nelson Mandela Community School, Birmingham, Birmingham, B12 8EH |
| Headteacher | Amy Lassman |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 441 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 51.0% |
| School Capacity | 441 / 498 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7297th of 13,686
Nationally
719th of 1,378
In West Midlands
142nd of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
61%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed48
184
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Colville Road, Nelson Mandela Community School, Birmingham
Birmingham, B12 8EH
Colville Road, Nelson Mandela Community School, Birmingham
Birmingham, B12 8EH
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