Wheelers Lane Technology College
Birmingham, B13 0SF · Birmingham · secondary school
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19th 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 — 8.7/10 against 508 of them, against 7.0/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 57.3 · 78 | 46% | 3.58 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.19 · 64 | 38% | 2.46 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 48.2 · 61 | 15% | 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.
Wheelers Lane Technology College overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.3% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 48.4, 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 (8.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 672 pupils against a stated capacity of 650. 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.
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What support structures are in place for pupils to maintain their progress scores?
What Ofsted said about Wheelers Lane Technology College
Overview
The report describes a school where an "overwhelming sense of community and mutual respect" creates a supportive environment for learning. Leaders have designed a "highly ambitious and rigorous curriculum" that enables pupils to achieve their academic potential, supported by strong relationships between staff and students.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "exemplary behaviour" and "excellent self-control," contributing to a calm and orderly atmosphere.
- Teachers use effective strategies to help pupils recall key knowledge, resulting in "significant achievement in their learning."
- The school provides "high-quality enrichment opportunities," such as public speaking and science clubs, which enhance pupils’ wider experiences.
- Leaders quickly identify the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), using "pupil profiles" to adapt learning effectively.
- Attendance is "excellent," with robust systems in place to support absent pupils and clear communication with parents.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," noting that the governing body holds the school to account well for this provision.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 49.4 |
| 2024/25 | 48.4 |
| 2025/26 | 48.2 |
| 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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