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Aston University Engineering Academy

1 Lister Street, Birmingham, B7 4AG

University technical college · Ages 13–19 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted
Good
Jan 2022

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

Academic picture

43.9school · 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
43.9
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
27.5%
Basics 9-5
48.1%

Exam attainment

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

School · 2024/25

43.9

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/2342.446.4
2023/2442.546.4
2024/2543.946.0

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

SchoolNational reference
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Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/23-0.740.00
2023/24-0.400.00
2024/25Not availableNot 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 from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
0.0%
EBacc APS
3.59
EBacc 9-5
0.0%
EBacc 9-4
0.0%
How to read Progress 8 vs Attainment 8Two numbers, two different stories. The 6-min explainer for parents.

A-Level Results (Post-16)

Key A-Level performance measures— 2024/25

APS per Entry
29.87
A*-A Grades
12.2%
A*-B Grades
34.5%
AAB+ %
8.7%

APS per Entry

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Grade Distribution (%)

A*-A% / A*-B% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

Based on 282 students entered

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Nearby secondary schools

Closest alternatives within 15 km.

Aston University Mathematics School
0.02 km away · Free schools 16 to 19
Star King Solomon Academy
0.4 km away · Free schools
Inadequate
Birmingham Metropolitan College
0.67 km away · Further education
Birmingham Ormiston Academy
0.68 km away · Academy sponsor led
Good
BOA Digital Technologies Academy
0.68 km away · Free schools

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About Aston University Engineering Academy

Aston University Engineering Academy is a secondary school in Birmingham, Birmingham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2022 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 43.9. The school has around 875 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: 1 Lister Street, Birmingham, B7 4AG | More schools in Birmingham

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Jan 2022 — Good
  2. Feb 2018 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Aston University Engineering Academy

What is Aston University Engineering Academy's Ofsted rating?
Aston University Engineering Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.
What are Aston University Engineering Academy's latest exam results?
Aston University Engineering Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 43.9. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is Aston University Engineering Academy located?
Aston University Engineering Academy is a secondary school in Birmingham, Birmingham (B7 4AG).
How many pupils attend Aston University Engineering Academy?
Aston University Engineering Academy has around 875 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Aston University Engineering Academy with other schools?
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