Special schoolData as of May 2026

Calthorpe Academy

Darwin Street, Highgate, Birmingham, B12 0TP

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Pupils

430

Ages

2-19

FSM

71.8%

Capacity

450

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2017

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

0.0%

Writing

0.0%

Maths

0.0%

RWM Combined

0.0%

Trend — Expected Standard % & Higher Standard %

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

N/A

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

N/A

Basics 9-5

N/A

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 (%)

DfE school-level GCSE grade distribution is available from 2023/24 onwards; no data for earlier years

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About Calthorpe Academy

Calthorpe Academy is a secondary school in Birmingham, Birmingham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2017 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 430 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Darwin Street, Birmingham, B12 0TP | More schools in Birmingham

Ofsted inspection history

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

Oct 2023 — School remains Good
Nov 2017 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Calthorpe Academy

What is Calthorpe Academy's Ofsted rating?

Calthorpe Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2017 inspection.

What are Calthorpe Academy's latest exam results?

Calthorpe Academy: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Calthorpe Academy located?

Calthorpe Academy is a secondary school in Birmingham, Birmingham (B12 0TP).

How many pupils attend Calthorpe Academy?

Calthorpe Academy has around 430 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Calthorpe Academy with other schools?

View Calthorpe 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.