King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy
Birmingham, B26 2RZ · Birmingham · secondary school
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43rd 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.6/10 against 294 of them, against 5.2/10 nationally. 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 | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 42.0 · 42 | 30% | 1.27 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.19 · 64 | 25% | 1.60 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 45.8 · 49 | 10% | 0.49 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy overview
How it's doing
The school was rated Good by Ofsted in March 2023. In 2024/25, 45.1% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 47.4, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.19 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,188 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,350. 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 raising their attainment from the current 47.4 score? What specific opportunities exist for students to engage in extracurricular activities beyond the core curriculum?
What Ofsted said about King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy
Overview
Leaders have high aspirations for every pupil, fostering a school where students are "happy and safe" and follow the ‘CARE’ values. The school offers a "broad and ambitious curriculum" with a "purposeful atmosphere," resulting in improved outcomes for pupils by the end of key stages 4 and 5.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from "warm and respectful relationships" and value the support staff provide.
- Leaders have developed an "ambitious and well-sequenced curriculum" that includes all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- There is a "broad range of enrichment activities," including clubs and trips, which many pupils attend regularly.
- Sixth-form students effectively support younger pupils as reading mentors and mental health ambassadors.
- Governors provide "effective challenge and support," maintaining an "honest and transparent relationship" with leaders.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure teachers consistently check pupils’ understanding to close gaps in learning, as some do not do so effectively.
- Leaders should ensure all teachers provide sufficient opportunities for pupils to broaden their learning and deepen subject understanding.
- Leaders must raise behaviour expectations, as some disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND do not behave well enough and are moved to other classes, disrupting learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with experienced leaders acting quickly on concerns and making appropriate referrals to ensure pupils receive necessary help.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 47.3 |
| 2024/25 | 47.4 |
| 2025/26 | 45.8 |
| 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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