Saltley Academy
Birmingham, B9 5RX · Birmingham · secondary school
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65th 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 — 5.2/10 against 200 of them, against 2.9/10 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 | 32.1 · 18 | 30% | 0.55 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.07 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 39.8 · 19 | 10% | 0.19 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Saltley Academy overview
How it's doing
The school was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. In 2024/25, 28.6% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 39.4, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was -0.07 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did slightly worse than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Eco Council, STEM Club, and Change Makers.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,356 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
What specific support is available for pupils who are below the national median in attainment? How do the Eco Council and STEM clubs integrate into the wider curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Saltley Academy
Overview
Saltley Academy continues to be a good school, described as a "harmonious community" where pupils are "happy and determined to do their best." Leaders have created a "tolerant and inclusive" environment with a "highly ambitious" curriculum that sets high expectations for all students, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- Pupils behave well "almost without exception," and staff are trusted to quickly resolve disputes, including bullying.
- Teachers possess "sound subject knowledge," present learning clearly, and "adapt their teaching effectively" to support pupil understanding.
- The school is recognised as a gold ‘Rights Respecting School’ by UNICEF, with pupils actively involved in local charities and a detailed careers guidance programme.
- Staff feel supported and describe the workplace as being like "a family," while governors are "ambitious and supportive."
- Teaching assistants provide effective support for pupils with SEND, helping them develop "secure knowledge and skills."
Areas to improve
- Leaders must review the curriculum to ensure pupils in all subjects have enough time to study content in "sufficient depth," as some currently struggle to recall key information.
- Leaders need to develop comprehensive systems to support all pupils with weak reading skills, enabling them to become "fluent readers" and fully engage with the curriculum.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with robust recruitment processes and well-trained staff who know how to identify at-risk pupils and provide swift support.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 42.4 |
| 2024/25 | 39.4 |
| 2025/26 | 39.8 |
| 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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