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Birmingham Ormiston Academy
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- Birmingham B4 7QD
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: High expectations; pupils supported in learning
Behaviour and Attitudes: Exceptional behaviour and respect
Qualifications and Training: High levels of subject expertise
Current Educational Practices: Updates through consultative changes
Strengths and Challenges: Positive relationships, high expectations; need better assessment
Opportunities for Involvement: Frequent parent communication
Communication: Regular updates on student progress
Parent Satisfaction: Parents significantly value support
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Effective conflict and concern handling
Actions for Quality Improvement: Refined quality assurance needed
Managing Bullying and Safety: Strong safeguarding practices
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Highly respectful and tolerant environment
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of enrichment activities
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Successful balance maintained
Career Counselling Services: Strong career guidance throughout
Preparation for Sixth Form: Well-prepared for various pathways
Managing and Supporting SEND: Excellent tailored support
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Birmingham Ormiston Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
It has 987 students from age 14-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 60% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
88.20% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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I am in charge of managing the Academy's daily operations and upholding the high calibre of instruction and learning that we offer. Working with such bright students and faculty makes me feel honoured and pleased. It's a terrific location to work and learn because BOA has a distinctive spirit and curriculum. If you would like to learn more, we would be happy to have you at one of our Open Days or Evenings. Please read the section on Admissions (www.boa-academy.co.uk/admissions) on our website we are a selective academy based on an aptitude for one of our pathways. Regardless of academic standing, we encourage students to apply; their excitement and aptitude to succeed in their chosen field are what matter most. If you are successful, you can anticipate a challenging work environment, help in realising your potential, and an engaging educational experience. The accomplishments of our students are well appreciated (www.boa-academy.co.uk/examresults). I'm excited to welcome you to BOA and look forward to our future collaboration.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 14-19 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.9 | - | 14.1 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 60% | 98% | 40% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 0.00% | 35.00% | 16.70% |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.25 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 53.7 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 60% | 32.27% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 80% | 44.69% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 12% | 31.13% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% | 11.85% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 7% | 17.18% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.17 | 2.94 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 97% | 91.76% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 179 | 140 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 88.41% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 12% | 35.82% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 77% | 30.85% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 11.65% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.32% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.26% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.12% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.62 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 60.2 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% | 35.15% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 92% | 46.51% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 15% | 29.66% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% | 14.23% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 12% | 18.76% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.78 | 3.02 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 97% | 92.12% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 178 | 140 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 90.01% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 20% | 35.88% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 71% | 32.43% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 11.73% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.12% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 0.83% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.22% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.19 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 54.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% 1 | 29.84% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 82% 6 | 43.52% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 17% | 30.49% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 13.17% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% | 19.23% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.31 | 2.95 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 94% | 92.99% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 172 | 130 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 89.72% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 18% | 34.11% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 64% | 34.95% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 9.14% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 11.49% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.78% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.59% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.43 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 57.5 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 59% 15 | 28.45% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 88% 6 | 41.81% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 12% | 28.92% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 12.28% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% 2 | 17.63% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.47 | 2.88 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 98% | 90.88% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 152 | 131 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 80.5% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 13% | 27.29% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 78% | 34.1% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 11.61% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.1% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.33% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.89% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.17 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 53 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 44% | 29.99% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 82% | 43.66% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 13% | 30% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 16.12% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 8% | 18% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 96% | 85.6% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 153 | 126 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 40.27% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 19% | 28.18% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 67% | 33.19% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 11.09% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.6% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.16% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.48% | 2.45% |
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 | 33.83 | 28.91 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 12 | 28.08 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | E+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.00% | 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 | 325 | 183 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 59% | 67.68% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 3.64% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 28% | 13.79% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 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 | 38.02 | 30.92 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 14.44 | 30.39 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | E+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 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 | 334 | 233 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 61% | 70.09% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 2.74% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 9.62% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 12% | 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 | 32.75 5 | 26.82 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 11.67 2 | 25.77 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | E+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 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 | 374 | 213 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 48% | 67.85% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 4.02% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 35% | 13.04% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 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 | 27.51 1 | 25.97 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 9.81 | 25.47 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | E | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 85 | 18.54% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 3.39% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 24% | 9.48% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 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 | 28.35 | 22.71 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 23.22 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 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 | - | 5 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 95 | 24.64% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 3.17% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 29% | 11.33% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 14% | 4.5% | 4.23% |
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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 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Birmingham Ormiston Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
