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Washwood Heath Academy

Burney Lane, Stechford, Birmingham, B8 2AS

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Pupils
1,706
Ages
4-18
FSM
52.7%
Attainment 8
42.8
Ofsted
Good
Mar 2020

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard2024/25

Reading
70.0%
Writing
78.0%
Maths
70.0%
RWM Combined
56.0%

Trend — Expected Standard % & Higher Standard %

What to look for in a primary schoolApplication timelines, KS2 SATs context, and what to ask on a school visit.

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures2024/25

Attainment 8
42.8
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
17.6%
Basics 9-5
38.6%

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
39.7%
EBacc APS
3.72
EBacc 9-5
10.7%
EBacc 9-4
18.8%
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A-Level Results (Post-16)

Key A-Level performance measures2024/25

APS per Entry
N/A
A*-A Grades
0.0%
A*-B Grades
0.0%
AAB+ %
N/A

APS per Entry

National avgSelective avg

Grade Distribution (%)

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

Based on 60 students entered

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About Washwood Heath Academy

Washwood Heath Academy is a secondary school in Birmingham, Birmingham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2020 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 42.8. The school has around 1,706 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Burney Lane, Birmingham, B8 2AS | More schools in Birmingham

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. May 2025Standards maintained
  2. Mar 2020Good
  3. Oct 2012Good (predecessor: Washwood Heath Technology College)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Washwood Heath Academy

What is Washwood Heath Academy's Ofsted rating?
Washwood Heath Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2020 inspection.
What are Washwood Heath Academy's latest exam results?
Washwood Heath Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 42.8. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Washwood Heath Academy located?
Washwood Heath Academy is a secondary school in Birmingham, Birmingham (B8 2AS).
How many pupils attend Washwood Heath Academy?
Washwood Heath Academy has around 1,706 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Washwood Heath Academy with other schools?
View Washwood Heath 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.