Best Primary & Secondary Schools in Birmingham 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 513 schools across Birmingham. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Birmingham has 513 primary & secondary schools, of which 82 (16%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted and a further 355 rated Good — 85% of primary & secondary schools in Birmingham are rated Good or Outstanding overall. King Edward VI Aston School currently leads the local rankings on our composite SNM Score.

Application deadlines in Birmingham follow the national calendar: 31 October for Year 7 secondary entry and 15 January for Reception primary entry. Offers go out on 1 March and 16 April respectively.

513
Total schools
82
Outstanding
16%
Outstanding rate
64.3%
Avg KS2 SATs
40.3
Avg GCSE A8
All schools Primary Secondary
Rank School Ofsted SNM Score
🥇 King Edward VI Aston School
Secondary
 Outstanding 98 View school
🥈 King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Girls
Secondary
 Outstanding 98 View school
🥉 King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Boys
Secondary
 Outstanding 98 View school
4. Bishop Vesey's Grammar School
Secondary
 Outstanding 98 View school
5. Brearley Nursery School
Nursery
 Outstanding 95 View school
6. Garretts Green Nursery School
Nursery
 Outstanding 95 View school
7. Marsh Hill Nursery School
Nursery
 Outstanding 95 View school
8. Goodway Nursery School
Nursery
 Outstanding 95 View school
9. Kings Norton Nursery School
Nursery
 Outstanding 95 View school
10. Washwood Heath Nursery School
Nursery
 Outstanding 95 View school
11. Weoley Castle Nursery School
Nursery
 Outstanding 95 View school
12. Gracelands Nursery School
Nursery
 Outstanding 95 View school
13. Jakeman Nursery School
Nursery
 Outstanding 95 View school
14. Lillian De Lissa Nursery School
Nursery
 Outstanding 95 View school
15. Bloomsbury Nursery School
Nursery
 Outstanding 95 View school
16. Adderley Nursery School
Nursery
 Outstanding 95 View school
17. Newtown Nursery School
Nursery
 Outstanding 95 View school
18. Shenley Fields Nursery School
Nursery
 Outstanding 95 View school
19. Castle Vale Nursery School
Nursery
 Outstanding 95 View school
20. Colmore Infant and Nursery School
Primary
 Outstanding 95 View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in Birmingham?
There are 513 primary & secondary schools in Birmingham, of which 82 (16%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.
What are the best schools in Birmingham?
Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Birmingham is King Edward VI Aston School. See the full ranked list above.
How do I apply for a school place in Birmingham?
Primary and secondary school applications in Birmingham are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Birmingham council website for application forms and deadlines.
What is the average Ofsted rating in Birmingham?
16% of primary & secondary schools in Birmingham are rated Outstanding and 69% are rated Good. 75% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.