The University of Birmingham School

A good free schools school in Birmingham. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The University of Birmingham School.

Birmingham, B296QU Ofsted: Good Age 11-19 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

47

/ 100

Secondary with Sixth Form weighted harmonic mean of 5 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
52.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: -0.09
English & Maths grade 4+ %
56.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 64.5%
Continue in education or training
70.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 76.0%
Sustained employment
24.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 8.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: Good

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
18 April 2018
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Weoley Park Road
Selly Oak
Birmingham, B296QU
Phone
1217965000
Website
uobschool.org.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
140863
Type
Free schools
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
Weoley Park Road, Selly Oak, Birmingham, B29 6QU
Website
www.uobschool.org.uk
Age range
11-19
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM SCHOOL
Capacity
1150 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
1,175
Free School Meals
38.0% (446 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
4.3% (51 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
90.2%
Good
Persistent Absence
31.5%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Attainment 8 Scores
Attainment 8:
47.1
Ebacc Attainment 8:
14.5
English Attainment 8:
10.0
Maths Attainment 8:
9.2
Open Subjects Attainment 8:
13.4
EBacc Subject Performance
Ebacc Attainment 8:
14.5
Ebacc English:
94.2%
Ebacc Entry:
29.1%
Ebacc Humanities:
89.0%
Ebacc Languages:
76.7%
Ebacc Maths:
96.5%
Ebacc Sciences:
95.3%
Progress Measures
Progress 8:
-0.09
Progress 8 Range:
-0.31 to 0.13
University Progression:
74.0%

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
76.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
8.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
1.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
11.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
74%
Quality: Very Good
Sixth Form Size
189 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
1.0%

Key Performance Indicators

Education Continuation:
76.0 (+19.9 vs average)
English & Maths Grade 5+:
64.5 (+12.5 vs average)
Attainment 8:
47.1 (+7.6 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
66 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
131
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,175 pupils
11-19

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Sociology (GCE A level)
★★★★★
(23 students)
French (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(7 students)
Psychology (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(57 students)
Computer Studies/Computing (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(24 students)
Mathematics (Further) (GCE A level)
★ ★★★★
(10 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Rethinking education, helping tomorrow’s citizens flourish."

Courage Compassion Gratitude Justice Honesty Humility Self-discipline Tolerance Respect Integrity Service Neighbourliness Citizenship Community awareness and spirit Volunteering Social justice Resilience Perseverance Grit Leadership Teamwork Motivation Ambition Confidence Reflection Focus Critical thinking Reason and judgement Curiosity Communication Resourcefulness Open-mindedness Practical Wisdom / Phronesis

Head Teacher's Message

Colin Townsend, Principal, states that the School maintains high standards and exceptional learning, prioritising character development alongside academics, values diversity and inclusion, and collaborates with the University of Birmingham as a University Training School to enhance teaching, research and CPD, while engaging parents and the wider community.

Facilities

Large and welcoming central atrium Large Sports Hall All-weather MUGA outdoor pitch Drama Studio Recording studio and practice rooms Two large music classrooms Three art rooms Graphics studio Design Technology wing with facilities for food technology and resistant materials Nine fully equipped science laboratories Science studio Science terrace Five large innovation rooms Library State-of-the-art ICT infrastructure with site-wide wireless network Dedicated Sixth Form facilities including independent learning space, ICT suite and careers office Access to University of Birmingham playing fields and Sport and Fitness Centre Interview rooms on each floor for pupil feedback or support for trainee teachers

Curriculum Highlights

Knowledge-rich curriculum across Key Stages 3-5 Character Education taught as part of the curriculum and reinforced through enrichment Enrichment programme and extended school day Collaboration with University of Birmingham to enrich subject knowledge and pedagogy Use of 'Facilitating Subjects' for Sixth Form (A-level choices) aligned with Russell Group guidance Curriculum designed to progress from Year 6 to undergraduate study under subject specialists

Admissions Criteria

The University of Birmingham School admits 150 Year 7 pupils each year. Admissions are via the Birmingham City Council process with a Published Admissions Number (PAN) of 150. It uses a nodal admissions system drawing from four nodes across Birmingham: the school main entrance and three nodal entrances (Hall Green Station, Jewellery Quarter Station, Small Heath Station). Priority is given to pupils with an Education, Health and Care Plan naming the School, looked-after children, and siblings currently attending the School; places are offered by shortest distance, and in the event of a tie, by random allocation. The deadline for Year 7 applications for entry in September 2026 is 31 October 2025. Waiting lists exist for in-year admissions as of current information.

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