The Arthur Terry School
Sutton Coldfield, B74 4RZ · Birmingham · secondary school
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26th 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 the 624 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.5/10 among them, against 7.3/10 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 | 61.1 · 83 | 30% | 2.48 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.11 · 58 | 25% | 1.44 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 52.6 · 79 | 10% | 0.79 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Arthur Terry School overview
How it's doing
The school was rated Good by Ofsted in January 2023. In 2024/25, 61.1% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 55.4, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.11 in 2023/24, indicating better progress than pupils nationally starting from the same place. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.9 out of 10 among them, against 7.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Crafty Club and Chess Club, participate in Skiing and Greenpower, attend the School Show and Instrumental Lessons, and go on trips to Aberdovey, Mont-Sainte-Anne, Canada, Calella, Bournemouth, London, and Birmingham.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,758 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,480. 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 support is available for pupils aiming to improve their Progress 8 scores? How are the various trips and clubs funded or accessed?
What Ofsted said about The Arthur Terry School
Overview
The Arthur Terry School is described as a "very well-run school" where leaders hold "exceptionally high aspirations" for all pupils. The report highlights a culture of pride and kindness, with students who are "mature, friendly, welcoming and proud of their school."
Strengths
- Behaviour is "very strong," with lessons that are "orderly, focused and free from disruption."
- The sixth-form provision is "exceptional," offering "deep learning" and "extremely effective careers advice."
- Personal development is "exceptional," with pupils receiving high-quality support on mental health, diversity, and future pathways.
- Leaders have created a "broad, balanced and ambitious curriculum" that is "very well structured and sequenced."
- Staff receive "innovative pedagogy training" and benefit from strong support regarding workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- Not all teachers consistently apply strategies to support disadvantaged pupils, such as adapting lessons to meet individual needs.
- This inconsistency can result in some pupils’ work being of a "lower standard, left unfinished or not attempted."
- Leaders must ensure all staff consistently support pupils so that "learning is matched to pupils’ needs."
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective" and "very well embedded," with staff receiving regular training and pupils knowing they have a "trusted adult" to speak to.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 54.1 |
| 2024/25 | 55.4 |
| 2025/26 | 52.6 |
| 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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