Eden Boys' School, Birmingham
Birmingham, B42 2SY · Birmingham · secondary school
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6th of 88 secondary schools in Birmingham we can score, 89 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 10.0/10 against 307 of them, against 9.7/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 94 | 35% | 3.29 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 82.4 · 95 | 30% | 2.85 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 1.58 · 100 | 25% | 2.50 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 62.2 · 94 | 10% | 0.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Eden Boys' School, Birmingham overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 76.2% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 61.3, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +1.58 in 2023/24, indicating better progress than pupils nationally who started from the same place. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (10.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in January 2025.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Book Clubs, Formula One Maths Club, and Forensics Club. Sports include Football, Basketball, and Cricket. There are faculty trips to science museums and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 606 pupils against a stated capacity of 800. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils in the transition from primary to secondary education? What specific support is available for pupils who need additional help in maths?
What Ofsted said about Eden Boys' School, Birmingham
Overview
Eden Boys’ School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at its previous inspection, which judged it outstanding for overall effectiveness before September 2024. This ungraded inspection confirms that pupils continue to thrive in a culture of high expectation, achieving exceptionally well regardless of their starting points. The school fosters a respectful, inclusive environment where students are well prepared for later life through robust academic and personal development opportunities.
Strengths
- Pupils display "exemplary behaviour" and are "focused and resilient," moving around the building in a "calm and orderly manner."
- The curriculum is "ambitious for all pupils," with teachers acting as "experts in their subjects" who use assessment data to "precisely identify what they need to teach next."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "expertly supported," enabling them to "thrive in the classroom" and achieve "exceptional outcomes."
- There is a strong culture of reading, with effective support for early readers and consistent enrichment through the development of "key vocabulary."
- Personal development is "very strong," with pupils learning knowledgeably about "positive mental health," kindness, tolerance, and respect.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 63.7 |
| 2024/25 | 61.3 |
| 2025/26 | 62.2 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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