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Fortis Academy
- 3.3 (3 reviews)
- Secondary
- Birmingham B44 8NU
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Academic Progress: Pupils study an ambitious curriculum, with most responding well to these demands.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and appreciate staff being consistently firm and fair.
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers sometimes move on to new content without checking that pupils have secured their understanding.
Opportunities for Involvement: The school provides effective support to both pupils and their families, including new arrivals.
Communication: Effective support includes regular updates on attendance and learning barriers.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders have significantly improved the school, including in behaviour and attendance.
Actions for Quality Improvement: The school has worked relentlessly to address challenges and create stability.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying occasionally happens, but pupils are confident the school can deal with it.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils feel safe and are well looked after. The school provides strong pastoral care.
Extracurricular Offerings: The school offers a varied enrichment programme, including sports and arts.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils extend their learning through special events like 'World Culture Day'.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils and students in the sixth form are well prepared for the next steps in education, employment or training.
Managing and Supporting SEND: At times, work is not sufficiently adapted for pupils with SEND.
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Fortis Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
It has 1339 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 21% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
98.70% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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After three years, I still feel genuine enthusiasm and great pleasure in my job as headteacher.
Being able to spark change and leave a lasting influence on young people's life continues to be an honour.
The history of our Academy is at an exciting point right now.
I hope you can notice from our website how quickly Great Barr Academy has advanced and improved.
We wish to share with you the exceptional range of our customised learning programmes, the diversity of the opportunities available to a student at this academy, and the dynamic character of the learning experience.
When they graduate from our programme at the age of 18, we want our students to be confident in who they are and to be able to navigate the world on their own.
Great Barr Academy, a larger-than-average secondary school that is a part of Shaw Education Trust, is located about 6 miles north of the heart of Birmingham.
The institution serves students between the ages of 11 and 18, and the Sixth Form currently has about 220 pupils.
We take pleasure in collaborating closely with our feeder schools to make sure that the move from primary to secondary school is a smooth one.
Our curriculum is comprehensive, diverse, and welcoming.
Above all, we have adopted an unwavering vigour to enhance teaching and learning in all curriculum areas.
Through PD Days, which includes guest lecturers, outside visits, and specialised programmes, British values & a sense of community are continuously ingrained.
We sincerely hope you would watch the movies and look at the photos in the attachments since they will give you a better understanding of our fantastic educational institution.
Finally, take advantage of the chance to admire the outstanding projects, facilities, and possibilities offered to all of our students at Great Barr Academy.
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Being able to spark change and leave a lasting influence on young people's life continues to be an honour.
The history of our Academy is at an exciting point right now.
I hope you can notice from our website how quickly Great Barr Academy has advanced and improved.
We wish to share with you the exceptional range of our customised learning programmes, the diversity of the opportunities available to a student at this academy, and the dynamic character of the learning experience.
When they graduate from our programme at the age of 18, we want our students to be confident in who they are and to be able to navigate the world on their own.
Great Barr Academy, a larger-than-average secondary school that is a part of Shaw Education Trust, is located about 6 miles north of the heart of Birmingham.
The institution serves students between the ages of 11 and 18, and the Sixth Form currently has about 220 pupils.
We take pleasure in collaborating closely with our feeder schools to make sure that the move from primary to secondary school is a smooth one.
Our curriculum is comprehensive, diverse, and welcoming.
Above all, we have adopted an unwavering vigour to enhance teaching and learning in all curriculum areas.
Through PD Days, which includes guest lecturers, outside visits, and specialised programmes, British values & a sense of community are continuously ingrained.
We sincerely hope you would watch the movies and look at the photos in the attachments since they will give you a better understanding of our fantastic educational institution.
Finally, take advantage of the chance to admire the outstanding projects, facilities, and possibilities offered to all of our students at Great Barr Academy.
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17 | - | 16.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 21% | 98% | 34% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 10.50% | 35.00% | 7.70% |
| 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 | -0.72 | 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 | 34.3 | 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 | 21% | 32.27% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 38% | 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 | 15% | 31.13% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% | 11.85% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 6% | 17.18% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.84 | 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 | 89% | 91.76% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 326 | 140 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 88.41% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 52% | 35.82% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 30% | 30.85% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 11.65% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.32% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 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 | -0.35 | 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 | 40.1 | 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 | 29% | 35.15% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 50% | 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 | 8% | 14.23% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% | 18.76% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.32 | 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 | 90% | 92.12% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 295 | 140 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 90.01% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 61% | 35.88% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 24% | 32.43% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 11.73% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 10.12% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.83% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 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 | -0.52 | 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 | 36.5 | 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 | 23% 4 | 29.84% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 41% 5 | 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 | 23% | 30.49% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% 4 | 13.17% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% 7 | 19.23% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.11 | 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 | 89% | 92.99% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 322 | 130 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 89.72% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 47% | 34.11% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 32% | 34.95% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 9.14% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 11.49% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.78% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 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 | -0.61 | 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 | 37.9 | 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 | 27% | 28.45% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 46% | 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 | 4% | 12.28% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 6% | 17.63% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.15 | 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 | 91% | 90.88% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 371 | 131 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 80.5% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 49% | 27.29% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 30% | 34.1% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 11.61% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.1% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 1.33% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 0.89% | 2.05% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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 | 31.94 | 28.91 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.89 | 28.08 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.50% | 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 | 65 | 183 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 77% | 67.68% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 3.64% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 8% | 13.79% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 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 | 35.48 | 30.92 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.5 | 30.39 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.0% | 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 | 106 | 233 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 73% | 70.09% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 2.74% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 5% | 9.62% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 14% | 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 | 27.14 1 | 26.82 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.05 4 | 25.77 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.3% | 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 | 107 | 213 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 63% | 67.85% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 4.02% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 13.04% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 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 | 26.15 | 25.97 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 24.44 | 25.47 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.2% | 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 | 11 | 18.54% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 3.39% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 9.48% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.98% | 4.22% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
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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 |
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Fortis Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
