Northfield Manor Primary Academy, Birmingham
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Overall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
This is a school where all children thrive. Teachers know pupils exceptionally well and adapt lessons so every child can succeed, whether they need extra reading support or have complex needs. The school has created a warm, respectful community where pupils feel confident to join in, speak up, and learn.
Key Strengths
- Pupils achieve very well compared to peers nationally, with particularly strong reading and phonics teaching
- Staff create calm, consistent classrooms where pupils behave sensibly and feel safe and respected
- The school is highly inclusive with excellent support for pupils with special educational needs and disadvantaged pupils
- Strong emphasis on speaking and listening skills helps all pupils communicate confidently
- Experienced leadership with clear vision and rigorous oversight of teaching quality
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is effective - leaders ensure staff receive regular training, maintain thorough records, and work closely with external agencies to support pupils and families.
Extracurricular Activities
Workshops, visits, cultural events, assemblies, themed weeks, police sessions on knife crime awareness
Northfield Manor Primary Academy is a strong school where pupils achieve well across all areas. Leaders have created an inclusive, ambitious environment that effectively supports the diverse needs of their community.
At a Glance
47.7%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has declined from 90% to 82%. Maths has improved from 87% to 92%. Writing has remained stable at around 80%.
Class Sizes
27.9
Avg class size
25.2
Infant (KS1)
30.0
KS2
14
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
89%
Available places
373 pupils
420 capacity
47 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Birmingham
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Birmingham
Admissions Demand - Birmingham
Places available
15,570
Applications
12,541
Got 1st preference
92.4%
Got preferred school
99.0%
Primary admissions across Birmingham (2025/26)
Inspection History(15)
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SEN Provision
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Pupil Demographics
The school's pupil mix - ethnicity breakdown, free school meals eligibility, and English as an additional language. Useful context when evaluating school fit.
Teachers & Staff
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
5.07706%
Overall absence
12.92135%
Persistent absence
356
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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Secondary Schools Nearby
Secondary schools pupils are likely to move to
Northfield Manor Primary Academy
Bournville School
E-ACT Shenley Academy
The University of Birmingham School
Victoria School
Dame Elizabeth Cadbury School
Selly Oak Trust School
Maple House School
King Edward VI King's Norton School for Boys
Kings Norton Girls' School
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