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Rockwood Academy, Birmingham
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Rockwood Academy

Naseby Road, Alum Rock, Birmingham, B8 3HG

A Good-rated secondary school in Birmingham.

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Pupils
1,078
Ages
11-16
FSM
51.8%
Attainment 8
39.0
Ofsted
Good
Mar 2016

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
39.0
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
16.9%
Basics 9-5
22.5%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
10.8%
EBacc APS
3.27
EBacc 9-5
2.9%
EBacc 9-4
3.9%
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About Rockwood Academy

Rockwood Academy is a secondary school in Birmingham, Birmingham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2016 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 13 responses), 23% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 39.0. The school has around 1,078 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Naseby Road, Birmingham, B8 3HG | More schools in Birmingham

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Rockwood Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Apr 2025 — Standards maintained
  2. Nov 2019 — School remains Good
  3. Mar 2016 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Rockwood Academy

What is Rockwood Academy's Ofsted rating?
Rockwood Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2016 inspection.
What do parents say about Rockwood Academy?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 13 responses): 23% of parents would recommend Rockwood Academy.
What are Rockwood Academy's latest exam results?
Rockwood Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 39.0. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Rockwood Academy located?
Rockwood Academy is a secondary school in Birmingham, Birmingham (B8 3HG).
How many pupils attend Rockwood Academy?
Rockwood Academy has around 1,078 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Rockwood Academy with other schools?
View Rockwood Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Birmingham.