E-ACT North Birmingham Academy, Birmingham
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data. Admissions policy: Non-selective
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 7 months agoReport card - no overall grade (new Ofsted framework from Sep 2024)
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
This school excels at creating a positive, inclusive environment where every pupil feels valued and belongs. Staff work tirelessly to identify and support pupils' needs quickly, meaning vulnerable and disadvantaged pupils receive targeted help to thrive. Teaching is consistently effective with clear explanations and strong subject knowledge, helping pupils achieve well from their starting points.
Key Strengths
- Exceptional attendance rates (well above national average) with very low suspensions and consistently calm, orderly behaviour
- Staff know pupils extremely well and provide swift, effective support when problems arise
- High-quality inclusive practice that helps vulnerable and disadvantaged pupils thrive, with disadvantaged pupils' attainment significantly above national average
- Strong, consistent teaching with effective use of assessment to help pupils catch up and keep up
- Comprehensive professional development programme for staff who feel valued and supported
Areas for Improvement
- Achievement in a few subjects remains more variable compared to others
- Post-16 provision still developing after recent curriculum changes, though current students now achieving well
Safeguarding
Safeguarding standards are met - leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and concerns are actively identified and managed, resulting in pupils feeling safe.
Extracurricular Activities
Charity days, culture days, work experience, pupil-led clubs, bands, musical instruments, board game tournaments, visits to employers and local education providers, community planning opportunities
E-ACT North Birmingham Academy is a warm and welcoming school that has improved considerably over the past 3 years, creating a positive culture where pupils enjoy coming to school and achieve well. The school demonstrates exceptional standards in attendance and behaviour, with pupils feeling safe and supported.
At a Glance
60.3%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
Yes
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Class Sizes
26.1
Avg class size
36
Total classes
9 classes with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
Commute Calculator
Find out if this school is reachable from your home - before you apply
What are my chances?
Enter your postcode to estimate your probability of getting a place.
Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
101%
Over capacity
1,167 pupils
1,150 capacity
17 places over capacity
Area Demand Pressure - Birmingham
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Birmingham
Admissions Demand - Birmingham
Places available
15,089
Applications
14,943
Got 1st preference
73.6%
Got preferred school
96.8%
Secondary admissions across Birmingham (2025/26)
Inspection History(8)
House Prices
Moving into the catchment? See what homes near this school actually cost
SEN Provision
How many pupils have special educational needs, what types of support the school provides, and how it compares to similar schools.
Pupil Demographics
The school's pupil mix - ethnicity breakdown, free school meals eligibility, and English as an additional language. Useful context when evaluating school fit.
Teachers & Staff
Teacher qualification rates, pupil-to-teacher ratio, staff turnover, and salary data. Shows how well-resourced and stable the school's workforce is.
School Funding
Annual funding per pupil, total budget, pupil premium grants, and how the school's resources compare to similar schools nationally.
Pupil Absence2024/25
3.4879%
Overall absence
8.74317%
Persistent absence
1,098
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
Reviews
No reviews yet - be the first to leave one.
Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
E-ACT North Birmingham Academy
Hawthorn Primary School
Story Wood School
Warren Farm Primary School
St Margaret Mary RC Junior and Infant School
Greenholm Primary School
Christ The King Catholic Primary School
Kingsthorne Primary School
Marsh Hill Primary School
Oasis Academy Short Heath
Brookvale Primary School
Showing 10 of 15 linked schools
Nearby Schools
Do you work at this school?
Claim your profile free to get a verified badge, update your contact details, and see how many parents are viewing your page.