Special schoolData as of May 2026

Braidwood School for the Deaf

Bromford Road, Birmingham, B36 8AF

Foundation special school · Ages 11–19 · Mixed

Ofsted

Good

Oct 2013

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

Academic picture

8.9school · 46.0 national reference

Attainment 8 · 2024/25. Average GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage.

Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

8.9

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

0.0%

Basics 9-5

6.7%

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

8.9

National · same year

46.0

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Attainment 8 values by academic year
Year	School	National
2023/24	4.5	46.4
2024/25	8.9	46.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

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Progress 8 values by academic year
Year	School	National
2023/24	-1.27	0.00
2024/25	Not available	Not available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available for 2 years

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry

0.0%

EBacc APS

0.37

EBacc 9-5

0.0%

EBacc 9-4

0.0%

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Location & Area

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Nearby secondary schools

Closest alternatives within 15 km.

Hodge Hill College

0.09 km away · Community school

Good

Hodge Hill Girls' School

0.14 km away · Community school

Good

Heart of Birmingham Vocational College

0.66 km away · Special post 16 institution

Washwood Heath Academy

1.25 km away · Academy converter

Good

Blackwater Academy

1.79 km away · Other independent school

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About Braidwood School for the Deaf

Braidwood School for the Deaf is a secondary school in Birmingham, Birmingham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2013 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 14 responses), 86% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 8.9. The school has around 92 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Bromford Road, Birmingham, B36 8AF | More schools in Birmingham

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Braidwood School for the Deaf, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Oct 2024 — Standards maintained
Oct 2013 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Braidwood School for the Deaf

What is Braidwood School for the Deaf's Ofsted rating?

Braidwood School for the Deaf received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2013 inspection.

What do parents say about Braidwood School for the Deaf?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 14 responses): 86% of parents would recommend Braidwood School for the Deaf.

What are Braidwood School for the Deaf's latest exam results?

Braidwood School for the Deaf: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 8.9. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Braidwood School for the Deaf located?

Braidwood School for the Deaf is a secondary school in Birmingham, Birmingham (B36 8AF).

How many pupils attend Braidwood School for the Deaf?

Braidwood School for the Deaf has around 92 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Braidwood School for the Deaf with other schools?

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