Prince Albert High School

A good free schools school in Birmingham. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Prince Albert High School.

Birmingham, B422TU Ofsted: Good Age 11-18 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

Score not available

Needs all indicators

Performance score unavailable: missing published data for Progress 8 score, English & Maths grade 4+ %, Continue in education or training, Sustained employment

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
Not published
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English & Maths grade 4+ %
Not published
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Continue in education or training
Not published
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Sustained employment
Not published
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Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
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
6 February 2024
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Good
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
115 Holford Drive
Perry Barr
Birmingham, B422TU
Phone
1218178952
Website
pahigh.co.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
148553
Type
Free schools
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
115 Holford Drive, Perry Barr, Birmingham, B42 2TU
Website
http://www.pahigh.co.uk/
Age range
11-18
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
PA COMMUNITY TRUST
Capacity
930 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
570
Free School Meals
48.9% (279 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.9% (11 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
90.5%
Good
Persistent Absence
29.6%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
36 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
71
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
570 pupils
11-18

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"In pursuit of excellence"

Integrity Excellence Service Navigating a Complex World

Non-denominational

Head Teacher's Message

As the Executive Head at Prince Albert High School it gives me great pleasure to welcome pupils, parents, and the community to what I believe is a world class school. I have the privilege of working with dedicated teachers in Birmingham to ensure every student receives a world class education and fulfils their potential. I look forward to welcoming you soon.

Facilities

4-acre site with 4,103sqm of teaching spaces; 32 traditional classrooms; 27 specialist learning spaces (science, art, music, drama, technology) new four-court sports hall with changing facilities outdoor floodlit multi-use games area (MUGA) extensive modern study zone with sociable dining spaces at the heart of the school

Curriculum Highlights

Curriculum Curriculum Statement Subject Curriculum Overviews KS4 Guided Choices Guidance Assessment Timeline

SEND Provision

At PA High, we are committed to ensuring that all children become independent learners and reach their full potential. We aim to identify children’s individual and specific areas of need early and make provision to support them and remove any barrier to learning.

Admissions Criteria

Prince Albert High School admissions policies indicate applications should be made via Birmingham City Council. In-year applications are handled through the main reception. Offers are made on National Offer Day (1 March 2026). Proposals for 2027/2028 include consultation on admission arrangements; details are available from Birmingham’s admissions pages.

Financial Information

Bursaries: Available

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