SecondaryData as of May 2026

Eden Boys' School, Birmingham

150 Wellhead Lane, Perry Barr, Birmingham, B42 2SY

Free schools · Ages 11–18 · Boys

Ofsted

Outstanding

May 2018

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

Academic picture

61.2school · 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

61.2

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

40.3%

Basics 9-5

74.6%

Exam attainment

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

School · 2024/25

61.2

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference

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Attainment 8 values by academic year
Year	School	National
2022/23	63.7	46.4
2023/24	63.7	46.4
2024/25	61.2	46.0

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
Year	School	National
2022/23	+1.83	0.00
2023/24	+1.58	0.00
2024/25	Not available	Not 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

94.3%

EBacc APS

5.76

EBacc 9-5

50.0%

EBacc 9-4

66.4%

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Nearby secondary schools

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Prince Albert High School

0.25 km away · Free schools

Good

Broadway Academy

0.67 km away · Academy converter

Good

Birchfield Independent Girls' School

1.33 km away · Other independent school

Titan St Georges Academy

1.55 km away · Free schools alternative provision

Good

Mayfield School

1.76 km away · Academy special sponsor led

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About Eden Boys' School, Birmingham

Eden Boys' School, Birmingham is a secondary school in Birmingham, Birmingham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2018 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 85 responses), 89% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 61.2. The school has around 618 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: 150 Wellhead Lane, Birmingham, B42 2SY | More schools in Birmingham

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Eden Boys' School, Birmingham, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Dec 2024 — Standards maintained
May 2018 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Eden Boys' School, Birmingham

What is Eden Boys' School, Birmingham's Ofsted rating?

Eden Boys' School, Birmingham received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2018 inspection.

What do parents say about Eden Boys' School, Birmingham?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 85 responses): 89% of parents would recommend Eden Boys' School, Birmingham.

What are Eden Boys' School, Birmingham's latest exam results?

Eden Boys' School, Birmingham: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 61.2. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Eden Boys' School, Birmingham located?

Eden Boys' School, Birmingham is a secondary school in Birmingham, Birmingham (B42 2SY).

How many pupils attend Eden Boys' School, Birmingham?

Eden Boys' School, Birmingham has around 618 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Eden Boys' School, Birmingham with other schools?

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