A good academy converter school in Birmingham. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Fortis Academy.
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"Enriching Lives"
Executive Headteacher Mrs Sarah Murcott welcomes students and families. She emphasizes that everyone has the right to be the best version of themselves, that the school holds high expectations and mutual respect, and that safeguarding and wellbeing are priorities. The message frames Fortis Academy as a community focused on enriching lives and helping students realise their potential.
Fortis Academy’s Published Admission Number (PAN) is 280. All parents must apply via Birmingham Local Authority. For transfers from Year 6, online applications are invited in September for the following year’s entry; up to six applications can be made to any maintained school within or outside Birmingham LA. The admissions process considers factors such as special educational needs (including EHC plans), looked-after status, whether there is older siblings in attendance, and home-to-school distance for shared parental responsibility. Sixth Form admissions are based on meeting course entry requirements; prospective Year 12 students need a minimum of 5 GCSEs including English and Maths (grades 9-4). In-year admissions and appeals processes are available, and there are published Admissions Criteria documents (2024, 2025, 2026).
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