Best Primary Schools in Birmingham 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 291 schools across Birmingham. Updated with 2025–26 data.

291

Total schools

Outstanding

16%

Outstanding rate

64.3%

Avg KS2 SATs

40.3

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Four Oaks Primary School Primary	Outstanding	82	View school
🥈	St Catherine of Siena Catholic Primary School Primary	Outstanding	80	View school
🥉	Cromwell Junior and Infant School Primary	Outstanding	80	View school
4.	St James Catholic Primary School Primary	Outstanding	80	View school
5.	St Matthew's CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	79	View school
6.	The Olive School, Birmingham Primary	Outstanding	78	View school
7.	Christ The King Catholic Primary School Primary	Outstanding	77	View school
8.	Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Primary School Primary	Outstanding	77	View school
9.	St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	77	View school
10.	Little Sutton Primary School Primary	Outstanding	77	View school
11.	Billesley Primary School Primary	Outstanding	76	View school
12.	St Mary's Catholic Primary School Primary	Outstanding	76	View school
13.	St Peter's Catholic Primary School Primary	Outstanding	76	View school
14.	Nishkam Primary School Birmingham Primary	Outstanding	76	View school
15.	Moor Hall Primary School Primary	Outstanding	75	View school
16.	Moor Green Primary Academy Primary	Outstanding	75	View school
17.	The Shirestone Academy Primary	Outstanding	75	View school
18.	The Deanery Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	74	View school
19.	Wylde Green Primary School Primary	Good	73	View school
20.	Penns Primary School Primary	Good	73	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in Birmingham?

There are 291 primary schools in Birmingham, of which 48 (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 Four Oaks Primary 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 schools in Birmingham are rated Outstanding and 65% 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.