Somerville Primary (NC) School
94%
Capacity
711
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Somerville Primary (NC) School
Somerville Primary (NC) School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 711 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 758 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Somerville Primary (NC) School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Izhar Khan, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6229th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 112th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Somerville Primary (NC) School is a popular choice with families — it received 191 applications for 86 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 73 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Somerville Primary (NC) School include Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Dance, Football, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Science Club, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 58.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Somerville Primary (NC) 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 | Somerville Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B10 9EN |
| Headteacher | Izhar Khan |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 711 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 58.5% |
| School Capacity | 711 / 758 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Mar 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 3 Feb 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6229th of 13,686
Nationally
609th of 1,378
In West Midlands
112th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
64%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed86
191
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
73 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Somerville Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B10 9EN
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