Northfield Manor Primary Academy
93%
Capacity
391
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Northfield Manor Primary Academy
Northfield Manor Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 391 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Northfield Manor Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tom Hull, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% 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 2841st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Northfield Manor Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 98 applications for 36 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
Northfield Manor Primary Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 5 parents).
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 Northfield Manor Primary Academy include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Cricket, Football, Dance, as well as clubs including Chess, Science Club, Choir, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Northfield Manor Primary Academy 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 | Swarthmore Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B29 4JT |
| Headteacher | Tom Hull |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 391 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.5% |
| School Capacity | 391 / 420 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2841st of 13,686
Nationally
280th of 1,378
In West Midlands
46th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
75%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed36
98
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Northfield Manor Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Swarthmore Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B29 4JT
Journey to School
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