Lindsworth School, Birmingham
Lindsworth School is a special school for pupils aged 8 to 16 in Birmingham. It was rated Requires improvement at its last graded Ofsted inspection, in June 2022. Ofsted's ungraded inspection in December 2024 did not change this grade.
- Ofsted
- Requires improvement (2022)
Data last updated 27 Oct 2026
Lindsworth School in detail
Lindsworth School in its own words
From the headteacher's welcome: "It is my absolute pleasure to welcome you to Lindsworth School, a vibrant and nurturing learning community where every child is supported to reach their full potential. We are a SEMH school in Birmingham."
Headteacher's welcome (school website)
Source: The school's own website
Compared with nearby schools
The nearest other special schools to Lindsworth School are Penny Tree School (1.1 miles); The Dame Ellen Pinsent School (1.5 miles, Outstanding); Maple House School (2 miles, Good); and Fox Hollies School (2.2 miles, Good).
Penny Tree SchoolThe Dame Ellen Pinsent SchoolMaple House SchoolFox Hollies School
What parents say
23 parents answered Ofsted's Parent View survey about Lindsworth School (as of September 2025): 61% would recommend the school, 61% say their child is happy there and 44% of those with a view say bullying is dealt with well.
The strongest agreement was that they are kept well informed about progress (83%); the weakest, that the school deals with bullying well (among parents with a view) (44%).
Where pupils go next
Of the 21 pupils who finished Year 11 in 2023/24, 43% stayed in education or training for at least two terms, including 19% to a further education college and 5% to an apprenticeship.
Who goes there
80.5% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 2% speak English as an additional language, according to the 2026 school census.
The largest ethnic groups are White British (63%), Mixed (22%) and Black (9%).
Almost every pupil at Lindsworth School has an education, health and care plan (149 of 149 in 2026). The most common need among them is social, emotional and mental health needs.
Lindsworth School provides for pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs.
Getting there
The nearest railway station is Kings Norton Rail Station, about 1.1 miles away in a straight line.
5 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Earlswood Road (before), 160 metres away.
Suspensions and exclusions
In 2024/25, Lindsworth School issued 67 suspensions, 51.1 for every 100 pupils, and no permanent exclusions.
Sources: Ofsted Parent View; DfE destination measures; DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport); DfE exclusions statistics
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 2 years agoOverall
Quality of Education
Behaviour & Attitudes
Personal Development
Leadership & Management
Ofsted Insights
From Ofsted's December 2024 inspection report.
What This School Does Well
Lindsworth creates a warm, nurturing environment where pupils feel safe and supported. The school has high expectations for all pupils and provides tailored help so each child can succeed. Staff are skilled at building confidence, managing emotions, and helping pupils understand themselves - preparing them well for their next steps.
Key Strengths
- Exceptional personal development with strong character building and a broad range of enrichment opportunities
- Skilled teaching that effectively identifies and addresses gaps in pupils' knowledge, with specialist support for early reading
- Strong pastoral support helping pupils manage emotions and understand themselves better
- Well-managed behaviour creating a positive learning environment
- Ambitious leadership that has driven sustainable improvements since the previous inspection
Areas for Improvement
- Pupil attendance remains below where it should be, though it is beginning to improve
- Leaders need sharper understanding of how effective their support systems are for individual pupils over time
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective with clear systems in place and staff who understand how to keep pupils safe.
Extracurricular Activities
Visits to parliament, school gym activities, residential trips, lunch time activities, encounters with visiting artists, work experience opportunities
Lindsworth is a nurturing special school where pupils with complex needs engage positively with their education and develop strong relationships with caring staff. The school has made significant improvements since its last inspection and is now rated Good overall, with outstanding personal development.
At a Glance
80.5%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
SEMH
SEN Provision
No
Special Measures
What Parents Think
23 responsesSource: Ofsted Parent View, responses as at September 2025 - % who strongly agree or agree
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has improved from 46% to 54% (2024 to 2025). Maths has remained stable at around 15% (2024 to 2025). Writing has improved from 15% to 23% (2024 to 2025).
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 5 nearby schools
Latest from Lindsworth School
Senior Leadership Team Receives National Recognition for SEND and Inclusive Practice
14 Jul 2026
School Closure
25 Jun 2026
School Closure
24 Jun 2026
Early School Closure on 24-25th June 2026
22 Jun 2026
Online Parent & Carer Support Group
12 Jun 2026
Removal of Boarding Provision Drop in Sessions 13/05/2026
24 Apr 2026
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Getting There
Bus Stops
Free school transport
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You apply to the council where you live. Lindsworth School is in Birmingham; for families living there:
- How to apply: Travel passes for 5 to 16 year olds
Safety and surroundings
Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)
- Collisions
- 11
- Fatal
- 0
- Serious
- 1
- Children hurt
- 2
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 11 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: none fatal, 1 serious and 10 slight.
2 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 1 on foot and 1 in a vehicle or otherwise.
4 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included.
The typical figure for schools in Birmingham is 41 (the median across 517 schools, same distance and years).
Serious and slight counts use the Department for Transport's severity adjustment, which allows for changes in how police forces record injuries; they are estimates, rounded to whole numbers. Distances are in a straight line. Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Commute and house prices
Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
93%
Near capacity
149 pupils
160 places
11 spare places
as recorded on GIAS
Area Demand Pressure - Birmingham
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for Birmingham
Across Birmingham council
Places available
14,956
Applications
14,483
Got 1st preference
75.7%
Got preferred school
97.4%
All secondary applications across Birmingham council (2026/27), not just this school.
Inspection History(15)
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
0
SEN Support
149
EHC Plans
100.0%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Lindsworth School provides for pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs.
Source: GIAS, Department for Education.
Pupils by Need Type
Pupil Demographics
Ethnicity
2026 academic year
Key Indicators
149
Total Pupils
126
Boys
23
Girls
2026 academic year
Workforce
22
Teachers
6.8:1
Pupil-teacher ratio
£57,260
Mean salary
2026 data
Pupil Absence2024/25
34.0%
Overall absence
69.9%
Persistent absence
133
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
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Questions parents ask about Lindsworth School
What are GCSE results like at Lindsworth School?
In the 2026 results, pupils at Lindsworth School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 3.2. 0% passed GCSE English and maths at grade 5 or above.
What is Lindsworth School's Ofsted rating?
Lindsworth School's most recent Ofsted inspection, in December 2024, was ungraded, so it gave no overall grade. At its last graded inspection, in June 2022, it was rated Requires Improvement.
What is the catchment area for Lindsworth School?
No fixed boundary. When Lindsworth School is oversubscribed, Birmingham allocates places by its published criteria, usually ending with home-to-school distance.
How many pupils go to Lindsworth School?
Lindsworth School has around 149 pupils on roll. 81% are eligible for free school meals.
Does Lindsworth School have specialist SEN provision?
Lindsworth School provides for pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs.
What is attendance like at Lindsworth School?
34% of sessions were missed at Lindsworth School in 2024/25. 69.9% of pupils were persistently absent (missing 10% or more of sessions).
How do I apply to Lindsworth School?
Apply through Birmingham's coordinated admissions process, naming Lindsworth School on your application. The national closing date in England is 31 October for secondary places and 15 January for primary places, in the year before your child starts.
How many road collisions happen near Lindsworth School?
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 11 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: none fatal, 1 serious and 10 slight. 2 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 1 on foot and 1 in a vehicle or otherwise. 4 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included. The typical figure for schools in Birmingham is 41 (the median across 517 schools, same distance and years).
Where is Lindsworth School?
Lindsworth School is at Monyhull Hall Road, Kings Norton, Birmingham, West Midlands, B30 3QA.
Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)