Yenton Primary School
97%
Capacity
582
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Yenton Primary School
Yenton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 582 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 600 places).
Ofsted has rated Yenton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jablai Saleh, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7723rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 153rd out of 254 in Birmingham.
Yenton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 181 applications for 68 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 62 were first-preference applications.
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 Yenton Primary School include Forest School, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Gymnastics, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Film Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 63.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, Yenton 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Chester Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B24 0ED |
| Headteacher | Jablai Saleh |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 582 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 63.9% |
| School Capacity | 582 / 600 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7723rd of 13,686
Nationally
774th of 1,378
In West Midlands
153rd of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
60%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed68
181
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
62 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Yenton Primary School
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Contact Information
Chester Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B24 0ED
Journey to School
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