William Murdoch Primary School
URN: 103317 • Birmingham B21 9NT
Overview
- Name
- William Murdoch Primary School
- URN
- 103317
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mangal Singh (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01215540999
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Antrobus Road, Birmingham B21 9NT
Summary
William Murdoch Primary School is a community school located in Birmingham, serving a mixed-gender population of 640 pupils, with a capacity of 674. Established on 1 May 2019 through the amalgamation of Wilkes Green Infant and Junior Schools, the school operates under the motto "Scientia Mentem Luminat," meaning "Knowledge Lights Up The Mind." The school aims to provide a structured and stimulating environment where children can thrive academically and socially.
The curriculum at William Murdoch is knowledge-rich and academically rigorous, focusing on traditional educational values while also promoting critical thinking and creativity. The school emphasizes evidence-based teaching and encourages self-discipline, responsibility, and cooperation among students, preparing them for future challenges in a multicultural society.
Community engagement is a key aspect of the school’s ethos, with strong support from parents who are actively involved in their children's education. The school prides itself on fostering a safe and nurturing environment where children feel valued and motivated to achieve their best. Regular communication between teachers and parents further enhances the supportive atmosphere at William Murdoch Primary School.
The curriculum at William Murdoch is knowledge-rich and academically rigorous, focusing on traditional educational values while also promoting critical thinking and creativity. The school emphasizes evidence-based teaching and encourages self-discipline, responsibility, and cooperation among students, preparing them for future challenges in a multicultural society.
Community engagement is a key aspect of the school’s ethos, with strong support from parents who are actively involved in their children's education. The school prides itself on fostering a safe and nurturing environment where children feel valued and motivated to achieve their best. Regular communication between teachers and parents further enhances the supportive atmosphere at William Murdoch Primary School.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND) (sen)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Term Dates (calendar)
- Vacancies (calendar)
- Weekly Newsletters (calendar)
- Cookies Policy (download)
- Privacy Policy (download)
- Admissions (other)
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
- 674
- Pupils
- 640
- Boys
- 334
- Girls
- 306
- FSM %
- 49.10
- Open date
- 1900-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 640 | 334 | 306 | 674 | 49.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 634 | 324 | 310 | 674 | 43.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 647 | 338 | 309 | 674 | 41.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 647 | 338 | 309 | 674 | 41.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 679 | 354 | 325 | 674 | 44.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 685 | 352 | 333 | 674 | 34.10 |
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