Hamstead Primary School, Birmingham

In its own words: "Our Vision Statement is made following consultation with: Pupils, Parents, Staff and Governors. We are honest with ourselves and in everything we do! We take responsibility for our actions and recognise the impact of these on ourselves and others. We persevere in all that we do to overcome any challenges that we may face!"

From the headteacher's welcome: "It is our mission for the school community to provide a safe, nurturing and happy environment for our pupils to learn and grow into confident, independent and motivated individuals. At Hamstead Primary School, we offer a broad and balanced curriculum delivered through exciting and stimulating activities."

In 2025, 74% of Year 6 pupils at Hamstead Primary School reached the expected standard in reading and 79% in maths. At the average state primary the figures were 76% and 75% in Sandwell and 77% and 75% across England.

Results were similar in 2024 (81% in reading, 68% in maths).

For September 2026 entry, 38 families put Hamstead Primary School as their first choice and 89 named it as one of their preferences, for 38 places offered. That is one first choice for every place. Every family who put it first was offered a place there for 2026 entry.

The nearest other state primary schools to Hamstead Primary School are Ferndale Primary School (0.4 miles, Good, 81% reading, 71% maths); St Mark's Catholic Primary School (0.7 miles, 80% reading, 77% maths); Grove Vale Primary School (0.7 miles, Outstanding, 90% reading, 92% maths); and Holy Name Catholic Primary School (0.8 miles).

Hamstead Primary School's 2025 results were higher than 1 of these 3 schools.

Hamstead Primary School had 25 teachers in 2026, one for every 16 pupils: more teachers per pupil than a typical primary school, at about one for every 20.

The nearest railway station is Hamstead Rail Station, about 1160 metres away (roughly a 14-minute walk).

8 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Hamstead School (adjacent), 90 metres away.

In August 2026, police recorded 141 crimes within a mile of the school, most often violence and sexual offences, shoplifting and criminal damage and arson. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Sandwell (306).

In 2024/25, Hamstead Primary School issued 1 suspension, 0.2 for every 100 pupils (the average state school: 6.3), and no permanent exclusions.

The secondary schools closest to Hamstead Primary School are Hamstead Hall Academy (0.4 miles), Q3 Academy Great Barr (1.1 miles) and St John Wall Catholic School (1.4 miles).