Parkfield Community School
88%
Capacity
680
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Parkfield Community School
Parkfield Community School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 680 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 770 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher James Wright, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9517th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 192nd out of 254 in Birmingham.
Parkfield Community School is a popular choice with families — it received 150 applications for 68 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 66 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 Parkfield Community School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Dance, Gymnastics, Football, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 69.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Parkfield Community 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 | Parkfield Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B8 3AX |
| Headteacher | James Wright |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 680 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 69.4% |
| School Capacity | 680 / 770 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9517th of 13,686
Nationally
968th of 1,378
In West Midlands
192nd of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
55%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed68
150
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
66 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 Parkfield Community School
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Contact Information
Parkfield Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B8 3AX
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