R.Y.A.N Education Academy Vocational Centre, Birmingham
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 5 months agoOverall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
The school provides specialist support for young people aged 14-19 with social, emotional and mental health needs through a dedicated, small cohort approach. The proprietors have carefully planned the move to new premises to ensure all health, safety and safeguarding standards will continue to be met. Pupils feel safe and supported by staff who help them learn how to keep themselves safe, including online.
Key Strengths
- Strong safeguarding practices with knowledgeable designated leads and detailed record-keeping
- Effective health and safety measures including fire safety provisions and risk assessments
- Modern, fit-for-purpose new premises with appropriate facilities including medical room and therapy space
- Close liaison with parents, carers and external agencies
- Clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities among proprietors and staff
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is effective with designated safeguarding leads who are knowledgeable, detailed record-keeping, close liaison with external agencies, and pupils feeling safe with confidence in adults.
Extracurricular Activities
Gymnasium and showering facilities available, outdoor play area
R.Y.A.N Education Academy Vocational Centre is a special school for pupils aged 14-19 with social, emotional and mental health needs. The school is likely to meet independent school standards following its proposed relocation to a YMCA building in Birmingham.
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Class Sizes
0.0
Avg class size
0
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
40%
Available places
8 pupils
20 capacity
12 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Birmingham
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Admissions Demand - Birmingham
Places available
15,089
Applications
14,943
Got 1st preference
73.6%
Got preferred school
96.8%
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