- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
82 first choices, 60 offers made
Met the standard at 1183%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.6%
- Pupils
- 421
- Pupils per teacher
- 24.3
Schools in B43
A postcode district in Sandwell
- Postcode district
- 16 schools and nurseries
In short: B43 is a postcode district in Sandwell with 8 primary schools, 1 secondary school and 7 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries168 primary · 1 secondary · 7 nurseries
Top-rated
All B43 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in B43
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in B43
8 in B43, best first
- Ofsted:Good in every area
Results well above the England average.
24 first choices, 28 offers made
Met the standard at 1174%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.9%
- Pupils
- 197
- Pupils per teacher
- 20.1
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results above the England average.
50 first choices, 60 offers made
Met the standard at 1166%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.7%
- Pupils
- 551
- Pupils per teacher
- 25.2
Top Secondary Schools in B43
1 in B43, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
185 first choices, 199 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1644.1
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.6%
- Pupils
- 1,153
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.0
Nurseries in B43
7 in B43, highest Ofsted grade first
5 Star Day Nursery
Birmingham, B43 5NP · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Fairytales Nursery
Birmingham, B43 6NR · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Little Sunflowers
Birmingham, B43 7BW · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in B43
1 in B43, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
185 first choices, 199 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1644.1
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.6%
- Pupils
- 1,153
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.0
The map
See them as a listEvery school in B43, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding1
- Good12
- Not graded yet3
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Schools in B43 sit in 2 council areas. Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every B43 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
B43 has 16 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in B43
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about B43
Nearby areas
How many schools are in B43?
B43 has 16 schools, including 8 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 7 nurseries. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in B43?
The highest-ranked schools in B43 on Eduscope are Grove Vale Primary School, Whitecrest Primary School, Ferndale Primary School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How do I choose the right school in B43?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 16 schools in B43 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.