Hallfield School
Birmingham, Birmingham, West Midlands · B15 3SJ
Hallfield School is a co-educational independent preparatory school in Birmingham, catering for children from their earliest years through to age 11. With around 500 pupils, it sits in the medium-size band and carries a Church of England character. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its top grade of 'excellent' for both education and personal development, with all compliance requirements met. The school is well placed for families seeking a structured, values-led primary education with a clear pathway towards 11+ entry.
500
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£20,823
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 0-11
- Pupils
- 500
- Location
- Birmingham, Birmingham, West Midlands
- Website
- https://www.hallfieldschool.co.uk/
- Telephone
- 0121 454 1496
Headteacher
Headmaster Mr Keith B Morrow
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Teaching & academics
An 'excellent' ISI rating for the quality of education reflects strong standards across the school, and 11+ entry is supported as pupils move on to senior schools. Around 8.3 per cent of pupils receive SEN support, suggesting the school is set up to help children who need additional attention. Academic scholarships sit alongside awards in music, art, sport and drama, recognising achievement across a broad range of strengths.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 8.3%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Beyond the classroom
Scholarships in music, art, sport and drama point to a curriculum that values creativity and physical activity alongside the classroom. The 'excellent' rating for personal development indicates that pastoral care and character formation are taken seriously.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- C of E
- Boarding
- No
Mobile phone policy
All children are not permitted to have or use a mobile phone in school.
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £16,620 - £20,823
Means-tested bursaries from year 3
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 11 May 2023
The last word
A long-established Birmingham prep with top ISI marks and a no-mobile-phones policy, Hallfield suits families wanting a disciplined, all-round start before the 11+. Means-tested bursaries from Year 3 widen access beyond the standard fees.
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Hallfield School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Hallfield School located?
Hallfield School is located at Edgbaston, Birmingham, Birmingham, B15 3SJ.
What type of school is Hallfield School?
Hallfield School is an independent (fee-paying) school in West Midlands.
How many pupils attend Hallfield School?
Hallfield School has approximately 500 pupils on roll.
What is Hallfield School's inspection rating?
Hallfield School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 11 May 2023.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.