Welsh House Farm Community School and Special Needs Resources Base
95%
Capacity
235
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Welsh House Farm Community School and Special Needs Resources Base
Welsh House Farm Community School and Special Needs Resources Base is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 235 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 248 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Welsh House Farm Community School and Special Needs Resources Base "Good", the school is led by headteacher Bridget Jay, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11414th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 230th out of 254 in Birmingham.
Welsh House Farm Community School and Special Needs Resources Base is a popular choice with families — it received 46 applications for 18 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Welsh House Farm Community School and Special Needs Resources Base include Outdoor Playground, Forest School, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Gymnastics, Cricket, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Book Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 69.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Welsh House Farm Community School and Special Needs Resources Base 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 | Welsh House Farm Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B32 2NG |
| Headteacher | Bridget Jay |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 235 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 69.5% |
| School Capacity | 235 / 248 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11414th of 13,686
Nationally
1184th of 1,378
In West Midlands
230th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
37%
'23/24
47%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
46
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 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.
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Contact Information
Welsh House Farm Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B32 2NG
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