Nelson Primary School
King Edward's Road, Ladywood, Birmingham, B1 2PJOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Nelson Primary School is a primary school in Birmingham for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 501 schools in Birmingham. It ranks 125th of 264 primary schools in Birmingham. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in March 2015.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 17 March 2015, report published 20 April 2015
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 22 October 2024
Nelson Junior and Infant school welcomes everyone. There are top expectations for what all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), can achieve. Across their different subjects, pupils meet these expectations consistently and learn well. The school's curriculum is broad and challenging. It encourages pupils to join up their learning and think deeply. This helps them to become articulate and reflective. Pupils are exceptionally well prepared for the next stage in their education. Pupils love reading. Those who need extra help, including pupils who speak English as an additional language, benefit greatly from a structured reading programme. Starting in the early years, adults forge good working relationships with pupils. The school provides high-quality care. There is a very calm and purposeful atmosphere in classrooms and corridors. Pupils' behaviour in lessons is exemplary. They know there is always an adult to turn to who can resolve any issues. This helps all pupils to feel happy and safe. Pupils' attendance is good. Pupils, including those who are disadvantaged, make very good use of a range of extra opportunities. These include learning Makaton and performing in Birmingham Symphony Hall. Many pupils thrive in positions of leadership and responsibility.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
58 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
443 pupils on roll, with places for 446
Schools near Nelson Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St John's & St Peter's CofE Primary | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 70% met the expected standard |
| Blessed Dominic Barberi Catholic Primary School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Inadequate | Not published |
| Brookfields Primary School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 56% met the expected standard |
| St Patrick and St Edmund's Catholic Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 52% met the expected standard |
| St George's Church of England Primary School | 0.8 miles | Report card: Needs attention to strong standard | 62% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Miss Claire Louise Forrest
- Phone
- 01214642201
- Address
- King Edward's Road, Ladywood, Birmingham, B1 2PJ
- Local authority
- Birmingham
- URN
- 103237
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.