
Head: Barbara Minards
A competitive girls' grammar school in Birmingham with a Good Ofsted rating.
0
Year 7 Places
0.0:1
Applicants/Place
0
Pupils
Qualifying Score
205
Cutoff Score
114
Distance Cutoff
7.5 mi
Applications
1,170
Offers Made
178
Catchment, then Score
Catchment area students get priority. Within catchment, places by test score.
Located in Sutton Coldfield within the Birmingham local authority area. Priority given to pupils resident within Birmingham.
Local Authorities
Postcode Areas
Sibling Priority
Pupil Premium
1. Register
1 May 2026
2. Take Test
KEF Birmingham
3. Results
19 Oct 2026
4. Offer Day
1 Mar 2027
A shared 11+ entrance exam used by 8 grammar schools, administered by GL Assessment, testing English, Mathematics. King Edward VI Foundation test. Transitioned from CEM to GL Assessment. The scraped content primarily contains sixth form subject information and general school information. No specific Year 7 admissions criteria, selection methods, test details, or catchment information was found in the provided content. The admissions page mentioned tabs for different year groups but the specific admissions criteria were not included in the scraped content.
Qualifying Score
205
Registration Opens
Registration opens for the 11+ exam
1 May 2026
Registration Deadline
Final day to register for the 11+ exam
15 Jul 2026
Exam Date
11+ entrance exam
19 Sep 2026
9:00am
Results Released
11+ results released to parents
19 Oct 2026
CAF Deadline
Common Application Form deadline (all LAs)
31 Oct 2026
National Offer Day
National Offer Day — places confirmed
1 Mar 2027
79.4
Attainment 8
Average achievement across 8 qualifications
99%
English + Maths 5+
Grade 5 or above in both
100%
English + Maths 4+
Grade 4 or above in both
49%
EBacc Entry
Entered the English Baccalaureate suite
7.17
EBacc APS
Average points across EBacc subjects
B+
Avg A-Level Grade
Average grade achieved across all A-Level entries
Bar shows this school. Ticks mark the England state-funded average (grey) and the typical grammar-school average (indigo).
Grammar median computed from up to 163 grammars.
78%
Higher Education
+10pp vs grammar avg
56%
Russell Group
Cohort destination breakdown
Destinations trend
Strongest at
Mathematics
358 entries
50%
+2.7pp vs school
English Language
358 entries
50%
+2.7pp vs school
Biology
356 entries
50%
+2.7pp vs school
Watch list
Other Modern Languages
8 entries
0%
-47.3pp vs school
Strongest at
Maths
192 entries
50%
+2.8pp vs school
Biology
160 entries
50%
+2.8pp vs school
Psychology
78 entries
50%
+2.8pp vs school
Watch list
Drama and Theatre Studies
5 entries
0%
-47.2pp vs school
Entry Requirements
Students need a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 6 or above, including English and Mathematics. For A Level subjects, students typically need grade 6 or above in the specific subject they wish to study, with some subjects requiring grade 7 or above.
Subjects Offered
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good
Sixth Form
Good
Per-Pupil Funding
2025/20261,215 / 831(146%)
£0
Per Pupil Funding
Subjects Offered
Entry Requirements
Students need a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 6 or above, including English and Mathematics. For A Level subjects, students typically need grade 6 or above in the specific subject they wish to study, with some subjects requiring grade 7 or above.
1:17.8
Staff:Pupil Ratio
100%
Qualified Teachers
2.83%
Absence Rate
2.14%
Persistent Absence
Well-equipped school with newly refurbished laboratories, dedicated chemistry technician, 25 computers running Sibelius music software for the music department.
Sports
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STEM
Arts
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Library
The school has a well-resourced library with books, computers, quiet study areas, and research facilities. It is open before school, during breaks, lunch times, and after school for student use.
Capital Projects
Newly refurbished laboratories
Sports
Music & Performing Arts
Clubs & Societies
Duke of Edinburgh
true
Trips & Exchanges
Community Service
The school offers various community service opportunities including local charity work, volunteering at primary schools, environmental projects, and fundraising activities throughout the year.
Uniform
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School Meals
Three-course meals, including vegetarian and special dietary options. Meals are served in the school dining hall.
Homework Policy
Homework expectations increase by year group, with Years 7-9 receiving approximately 1-2 hours per night, Years 10-11 receiving 2-3 hours per night, and Sixth Form students expected to complete independent study equivalent to their timetabled hours.
Behaviour Policy
The school operates a positive behaviour policy based on mutual respect, responsibility, and high expectations. There is a clear rewards and sanctions system, with emphasis on praise and recognition for good behaviour and academic effort.
Mobile Phone Policy
Mobile phones are not allowed during lessons, but can be used at break times with permission from a teacher.
SEND Provision
The school has a SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) and provides support for students with special educational needs and disabilities. Support includes individual learning plans, small group interventions, exam access arrangements, and liaison with external agencies. The school works closely with parents and external professionals to ensure appropriate provision.
4.5
4.5(123)Google Reviews
123 reviews
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Dedicated school bus services operate from areas including Tamworth, Lichfield, Walsall, and surrounding villages. Transport is also available from Birmingham city centre via regular bus services.
Nearest Station: Sutton Coldfield Station
Transport Info
The school is accessible by bus routes including the 110, 112, 113, and 904. Train services are available from Sutton Coldfield station on the Cross-City line. The school encourages walking and cycling where possible and has secure cycle storage facilities.
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