Ward End Primary School
101%
Capacity
897
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Ward End Primary School
Ward End 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 897 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 892 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ward End Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Chahal, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7294th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 141st out of 254 in Birmingham.
Ward End Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 208 applications for 83 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 81 were first-preference applications.
Ward End Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.9/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ward End Primary School include Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Library, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cricket, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Eco Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Ward End 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 | Ingleton Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B8 2RA |
| Headteacher | Rachel Chahal |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 897 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.6% |
| School Capacity | 897 / 892 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7294th of 13,686
Nationally
718th of 1,378
In West Midlands
141st of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
62%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed83
208
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
81 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ward End Primary School
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Contact Information
Ingleton Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B8 2RA
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