Raddlebarn Primary School
84%
Capacity
394
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Raddlebarn Primary School
Raddlebarn 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 394 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 470 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Raddlebarn Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Angela Lowry, 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 7308th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 143rd out of 254 in Birmingham.
Raddlebarn Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 90 applications for 30 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
Raddlebarn Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.2/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Raddlebarn Primary School include Sports Hall, Art Studios, Forest School, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Raddlebarn 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 | Gristhorpe Road, Selly Oak, Birmingham, Birmingham, B29 7TD |
| Headteacher | Angela Lowry |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 394 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.1% |
| School Capacity | 394 / 470 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Jun 2024): School remains Good (Concerns) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Nov 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7308th of 13,686
Nationally
721st of 1,378
In West Midlands
143rd 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
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
90
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Gristhorpe Road, Selly Oak, Birmingham
Birmingham, B29 7TD
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