What Are The Best Schools In Birmingham? Primary, Secondary & Private Options

Are you a parent searching for the best schools in Birmingham?

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You’ve only just moved to Birmingham and now you need to find the right school for your little ones.

Our friendly Neighbourhood experts have gathered the best primary, secondary, and private schools in Birmingham so you don’t have to worry.

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A list of the best schools in Birmingham

In this list of Birmingham schools, we will have options for:

• Primary
• Secondary
• Private

Let’s get started… don’t want to be in trouble for being late!

The Best Primary Schools in Birmingham

We know it’s first the worst, but not with these Birmingham primary schools.

1. Harborne Primary School

Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

Location: Harborne

Driving Distance from Corkfield: 10 minutes

Happy Pupils Succeed is the philosophy at Harborne Primary School.

This primary school prides itself on creating a happy, welcoming, and caring environment for children to learn and grow.

2. Moor Green Primary Academy

Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

Location: Moor Green

Driving Distance from Corkfield: 6 minutes

This one will make you (Moor) Green with envy that you don’t get to go!

Moor Green Primary School has a bespoke curriculum that allows them to develop the ‘whole child’.

For example, you will find:

• Mini farm
• Forest school
• Allotment

Plus, it is also a member of the REAch2 Multi-Academy Trust – the largest primary-only trust in the UK.

So you can rest assured that your child will still get the education they require.

3. Moseley Church of England Primary School

Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

Location: Moseley

Driving Distance from Corkfield: 8 minutes

At Moseley Church of England Primary School, teaching is based on six Christian values:

• Forgiveness
• Trust
• Thankfulness
• Love
• Courage
• Hope

With these pillars at the core, children leave empowered by their holistic studies.

4. Oasis Academy Foundry

Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

Location: Winston Green

Driving Distance from Corkfield: 16 minutes

Oasis Academy Foundry is an all-inclusive, award-winning primary school that focuses on teaching children to lead a life of continuous learning that they love.

Definitely sounds like an oasis…

5. Park Hill Primary School

Ofsted Rating: Good

Location: Moseley

Driving Distance from Corkfield: 6 minutes

Park Hill Primary School aims to bring out the best in each and every student.

With school values of community, compassion, and equality, you can be sure that all pupils will be taken care of here.

Best Secondary Schools in Birmingham

They may be called secondary schools, but they won’t be second best!

1. King Edward VI High School for Girls

Ofsted Rating: Good

Location: Edgbaston

Driving Distance from Corkfield: 6 minutes

Named ‘Independent School of the Year for Academic Performance West Midlands’ by The Sunday Times, the King Edward VI High School for Girls is one of Birmingham’s best high schools.

The school’s mission is to provide an unmatched educational experience for girls all over Birmingham – no matter their background.

2. King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Boys

Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

Location: King’s Heath

Driving Distance from Corkfield: 9 minutes

Since its doors opened in 1883, King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Boys has continued to be a welcoming and caring educational facility where everyone can be their best.

With a sister school – aptly named King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Girls – it’s a great school for both boys and girls.

3. St Paul’s School for Girls

Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

Location: Edgbaston

Driving Distance from Corkfield: 11 minutes

As the only girls Catholic school in the city, St Paul’s School for Girls is unlike any senior school in Birmingham.

Founded in 1908 by, shockingly, the Sisters of Charity of St Paul the Apostle, this secondary school prides itself on retaining the same sense of community and excellence all these years later.

4. Bishop Vesey’s Grammar School

Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

Location: Sutton Coldfield

Driving Distance from Corkfield: 39 minutes

We know this one isn’t actually close but trust us, it’s worth a visit to the bishop!

Founded all the way back in 1527, Bishop Vesey’s Grammar School is open to both boys and girls. It aims to provide excellence to everyone in Birmingham and across the wider Midlands region.

5. King Edward VI Five Ways School

Ofsted Rating: Good

Location: Frankley

Driving Distance from Corkfield: 20 minutes

Originally situated in Five Ways (who would’ve seen that coming?!), King Edward VI Five Ways School is now located in Frankley.

This Birmingham secondary school strives to make a significant impact on every student’s life – in more ways than one.

Perhaps in five ways?

The best private schools in Birmingham

They may be called private schools, but we’ll give you the inside scoop…

1. King Edward’s School

Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

Location: Edgbaston

Driving Distance from Corkfield: 9 minutes

Fees: £5,682

In 1552 King Edward VI himself founded this very Birmingham private school!

To this day, King Edward’s School prides itself on academically challenging boys and providing them with the highest standard of learning.

2. Edgbaston High School

Ofsted Rating: Excellent

Location: Edgbaston

Driving Distance from Corkfield: 9 minutes

Fees: From £3,369 per term

Although Edgbaston High School recognises that exam results are important, to them, pupils should not be defined by them.

They believe in a broader education that teaches girls the skills to prosper in multiple areas of life, not just academia.

3. Hallfield School

Ofsted Rating: Excellent

Location: Edgbaston

Driving Distance from Corkfield: 5 minutes

Fees: From £4,510 per term

Hallfield School is a private school that is open to a range of ages, including:

• Nursery – 0-3 months
• Pre-Prep – 3-7 years
• Prep – 7-11 years
• Seniors – 11-13 years

This Birmingham private school aims to leave its pupils with a sense of ambition while ensuring they remain humble, respectful, and considerate.

4. Highclare School

Ofsted Rating: Excellent

Location: Perry Common

Driving Distance from Corkfield: 17 minutes

Fees: From £3,525 per term

If you are looking for a single school to support your child throughout their entire educational lifetime, Highclare School is a great option!

Focusing on the pastoral care of students, alongside academic success, you can be sure your child will be taken care of at this school.

5. Hamd House School

Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

Location: Digbeth

Driving Distance from Corkfield: 13 minutes

Fees: From £5,450 per term

Hamd House School is available for children between the ages of 5 and 16.

This co-ed, Islam school focuses on educating children with religious teachings in mind whilst maintaining academic importance.

Why is it important to consider where you live when picking a school?

We all know how important location is to school options.

And what better location than Corkfield?

With an assortment of studio, 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments available, there’s no reason not to book a viewing.

That’s what you go to school for – get in touch or call us on 0121 716 7959.