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Washwood Heath Academy

Burney Lane, Stechford, Birmingham, B8 2AS

Academy converter · Ages 4–18 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted
Good
Mar 2020

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

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42.8school · 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

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

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

Trend — Expected Standard % & Higher Standard %

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

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

Exam attainment

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

School · 2024/25

42.8

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/2343.246.4
2023/2443.446.4
2024/2542.846.0

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+0.150.00
2023/24+0.190.00
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
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 measures— 2024/25

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

Community & Reviews

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Location & Area

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Nearby secondary schools

Closest alternatives within 15 km.

Blackwater Academy
0.58 km away · Other independent school
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0.6 km away · Other independent school
Saltley Academy
1.13 km away · Academy sponsor led
Good
Hodge Hill College
1.24 km away · Community school
Good
Braidwood School for the Deaf
1.25 km away · Foundation special school
Good

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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). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 29 responses), 66% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 42.8. The school has around 1,706 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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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 do parents say about Washwood Heath Academy?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 29 responses): 66% of parents would recommend Washwood Heath Academy.
What are Washwood Heath Academy's latest exam results?
Washwood Heath Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 42.8. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
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?
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