Birmingham Metropolitan College - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
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Birmingham Metropolitan College
- 16 Plus (Sixth Form)
- Birmingham B4 7PS
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Requires Improvement |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Education programmes for young people | Good |
| Adult learning programmes | Good |
| Apprenticeships | Good |
| Provision for learners with high needs | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Requires Improvement |
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Career Advice and Guidance: Most learners do not receive consistent or sufficient information for their next steps in education or work.
Policies and Procedures: The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Community Service/Volunteer Opportunities: Learners with high needs have access to enrichment activities like cooking, singing, and gardening groups.
Academic Performance: Most learners on vocational courses achieve their qualifications and progress towards further study or work.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Most learners鈥� behaviour, attendance, and punctuality are good; they are respectful and enthusiastic about learning.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Learners studying level 3 business management at Matthew Boulton campus do not receive proper support.
Impact of Teaching on Progress: Most teachers use effective teaching strategies; some do not use learner starting points effectively.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Many teachers provide insufficient feedback on how learners can improve.
STEM Facilities: Learners and apprentices learn in well-resourced, high-quality and industry-standard classrooms and workshops.
Study Areas/Libraries: Learners across different campuses enjoy a range of inviting recreational facilities that are clean and tidy.
School Culture and Ethos: Leaders have created a culture that promotes diversity and inclusivity with the 'ready, respect, safe' code of conduct well-understood by all.
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About Us
Birmingham Metropolitan College is a 16 Plus (Sixth Form), Co-Ed college located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
from age 16-99 yr.
83.40% of students completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We built our mission and values in conjunction with BMet staff, students, and important stakeholders. They are the foundation of everything we do. We are committed to enhancing our instruction, student care, and assistance for each and every learner. Working with employers to meet their skill demands and promote robust, long-term economic growth is something we are enthusiastic about. Great People is a company that seeks for, nurtures, and develops individuals that excel in their fields. In the framework of our general mission, values, and goals, BMet's annual business plan outlines our 2018鈥�19 objectives. It also describes the steps we will take to attain these goals and how we will assess our progress. Click here to view a complete list of BMet's policies and procedures.
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| Phase of Education | 16 Plus (Sixth Form) | 16 Plus (Sixth Form) | 16 Plus (Sixth Form) |
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| Ofset report | Good | - | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 16-99 | 19-99 | 14-99 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | - | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | 8% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 0.40% | - | 2.40% |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 24.49 | 28.91 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 24.4 | 28.08 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.40% | 12.4% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 1797 | 183 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 40% | 67.68% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 3.64% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 23% | 13.79% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 23% | 10.34% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 29.27 | 30.92 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.13 | 30.39 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 1.7% | 17.43% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 2690 | 233 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 46% | 70.09% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 2.74% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 16% | 9.62% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 22% | 12.15% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 21.45 | 26.82 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.43 4 | 25.77 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 2.0% | 10.81% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 3349 | 213 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 37% | 67.85% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 12% | 4.02% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 23% | 13.04% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 19% | 8.87% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 21.73 | 25.97 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.15 | 25.47 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.9% | 10.02% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 6 | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 368 | 18.54% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 3.39% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 20% | 9.48% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 4.98% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 21.57 | 22.71 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.25 | 23.22 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 1.5% | 9.57% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 7 | 5 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 435 | 24.64% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 3.17% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 11.33% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 4.5% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
