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The Birley Academy

Birley Lane, Sheffield, S12 3BP

A Good-rated secondary school in Sheffield.

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Pupils
1,108
Ages
11-16
FSM
36.4%
Attainment 8
37.1
Ofsted
Good
May 2025

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
37.1
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
8.9%
Basics 9-5
26.5%

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
28.8%
EBacc APS
3.22
EBacc 9-5
5.9%
EBacc 9-4
11.0%
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About The Birley Academy

The Birley Academy is a secondary school in Sheffield, Sheffield. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2025 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 116 responses), 72% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 37.1. The school has around 1,108 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Birley Lane, Sheffield, S12 3BP | More schools in Sheffield

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. May 2025 — Good
  2. Jul 2024 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc…
  3. Mar 2023 — Requires improvement
  4. Jan 2020 — Requires improvement
  5. Jun 2015 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Birley Community College)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about The Birley Academy

What is The Birley Academy's Ofsted rating?
The Birley Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.
What do parents say about The Birley Academy?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 116 responses): 72% of parents would recommend The Birley Academy.
What are The Birley Academy's latest exam results?
The Birley Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 37.1. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is The Birley Academy located?
The Birley Academy is a secondary school in Sheffield, Sheffield (S12 3BP).
How many pupils attend The Birley Academy?
The Birley Academy has around 1,108 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare The Birley Academy with other schools?
View The Birley 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 Sheffield.