Barford Primary School
URN: 103162 • Birmingham B16 0EF
Overview
- Name
- Barford Primary School
- URN
- 103162
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 55.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Joanne Davies (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 01214643765
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Barford Road, Birmingham B16 0EF
Summary
Barford Primary School is a community school located in Birmingham, serving a diverse student body of 426 pupils. The school prides itself on creating an inclusive environment where every child feels valued and supported. The ethos of "Happy Hearts, healthy minds, exhilarating experiences – inspires success" reflects the school's commitment to fostering resilience and a love for learning among its students.
The curriculum at Barford is knowledge-rich and broad, aiming to prepare students for future challenges while promoting character development through its seven core values: Respect, Kindness, Honesty, Ambition, Confidence, Curiosity, and Resilience. The school offers a range of enrichment opportunities, including music, outdoor activities, and sports, ensuring that students have access to a well-rounded education.
Barford Primary values strong relationships with parents and the local community, working collaboratively to support children's learning and development. Open days are held for prospective families to explore the school's Early Years provision, highlighting its commitment to high standards and individualised support for all students.
The curriculum at Barford is knowledge-rich and broad, aiming to prepare students for future challenges while promoting character development through its seven core values: Respect, Kindness, Honesty, Ambition, Confidence, Curiosity, and Resilience. The school offers a range of enrichment opportunities, including music, outdoor activities, and sports, ensuring that students have access to a well-rounded education.
Barford Primary values strong relationships with parents and the local community, working collaboratively to support children's learning and development. Open days are held for prospective families to explore the school's Early Years provision, highlighting its commitment to high standards and individualised support for all students.
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Nearby alternatives
- Grove Vale Primary School (75.2)
- St Andrew's CofE First School (74.5)
- Chilcote Primary School (73.8)
- Harborne Primary School (73.3)
- Bournville Infant School (72.8)
Key details
- LA
- Birmingham
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 453
- Pupils
- 426
- Boys
- 216
- Girls
- 210
- FSM %
- 46.20
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 426 | 216 | 210 | 453 | 46.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 427 | 215 | 212 | 453 | 41.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 407 | 201 | 206 | 420 | 43.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 407 | 201 | 206 | 420 | 43.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 421 | 211 | 210 | 420 | 35.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 442 | 232 | 210 | 420 | 34.60 |
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