The Heights Academy

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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

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Contact Information

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Source: GIAS

Address: Auckland Drive

Solihull, B360DD
Phone: 1212696000
Website: heights.fet.ac/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS

URN: 149753
Type: Free schools special
Phase: Special
Address: Auckland Drive, Solihull, B36 0DD
Website: https://heights.fet.ac/
Age range: 7-16
Gender: Mixed
School status: Open
Trust/MAT: FORWARD EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity: 116 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: 26
Free School Meals: 53.8% (14 pupils)
Special Educational Needs: 100.0% (26 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate: 81.7%; Needs improvement
Persistent Absence: 53.6%; Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

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Class Size Information

Average Class Size: 2 pupils; Excellent
Pupils per Year Group: 3; Average across all year groups
Total School Size: 26 pupils; 7-16

From the School Website

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Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Everyone matters and learning can be fun A caring place where your child will be safe and feel secure A welcoming environment where you and your child will always feel welcome A place where your child will gain self-confidence as they experience success through challenge and achievement A place where your child will succeed and where every success will be celebrated A place which will keep you in touch with your child’s progress A place that will let you know the things you can do to help your child A place which will ensure that your child receives their full educational entitlement A place which will ensure that your child achieves their full potential A place which is an integral part of the community in which you live A place which celebrates the cultural and religious diversity you bring to the school A place in which the highest standards of behaviour and consideration for others are upheld A place where staff are aware of the example they set to your child in everything they say and do A place which will continually strive to improve the quality of its provision A place which responds to the changing needs of your child A place which will support and encourage your child in their efforts to achieve success A place which will acknowledge the contribution you can make to your child’s education

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome from Headteacher Lisa Walker. The Heights Academy is a new and developing school, part of Forward Education Trust. It opened in September 2023 as a specialist provision for 8-16-year-olds with Education, Health and Care Plans, primarily for those with Autism Spectrum Condition and SEMH. For September 2025, the school started using a three-pathway approach to learning (Adventurers, Explorers, Navigators) to challenge learners and adapt the curriculum. The Headteacher aims to create a sanctuary where pupils can learn and express themselves and looks forward to meeting staff, pupils and families.

Facilities

Small class sizes (8 pupils per class)

Curriculum Highlights

Adventurers Pathway Explorers Pathway Navigators Pathway

Admissions Criteria

The Heights Academy is a specialist provision for children aged 8-16 with Education, Health and Care Plans, primarily for those diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and associated Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs; designated choice by Solihull Local Authority.