SecondaryData as of May 2026

King Edward VI Northfield School for Girls

Turves Green, Northfield, Birmingham, B31 4BP

Academy converter · Ages 11–16 · Non-selective · Girls

Ofsted

Good

Apr 2013

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

Academic picture

45.8school · 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

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

45.8

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

18.0%

Basics 9-5

46.8%

Exam attainment

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

School · 2024/25

45.8

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference

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Attainment 8 values by academic year
Year	School	National
2022/23	42.3	46.4
2023/24	42.0	46.4
2024/25	45.8	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	-0.17	0.00
2023/24	-0.31	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

41.8%

EBacc APS

4.10

EBacc 9-5

22.7%

EBacc 9-4

31.2%

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Community & Reviews

What parents say and who teaches here

Location & Area

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Nearby secondary schools

Closest alternatives within 15 km.

Turves Green Boys' School

0.35 km away · Academy sponsor led

Good

The Edge Academy

1.12 km away · Free schools alternative provision

Good

New Ways School

1.6 km away · Other independent school

St Thomas Aquinas Catholic School

1.71 km away · Academy converter

Good

Victoria School

2.08 km away · Community special school

Good

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About King Edward VI Northfield School for Girls

King Edward VI Northfield School for Girls is a secondary school in Birmingham, Birmingham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2013 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 75 responses), 92% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 45.8. The school has around 739 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Turves Green, Birmingham, B31 4BP | More schools in Birmingham

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for King Edward VI Northfield School for Girls, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Nov 2024 — Some aspects not as strong
Apr 2013 — Good (predecessor: Turves Green Girls' School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about King Edward VI Northfield School for Girls

What is King Edward VI Northfield School for Girls's Ofsted rating?

King Edward VI Northfield School for Girls received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2013 inspection.

What do parents say about King Edward VI Northfield School for Girls?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 75 responses): 92% of parents would recommend King Edward VI Northfield School for Girls.

What are King Edward VI Northfield School for Girls's latest exam results?

King Edward VI Northfield School for Girls: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 45.8. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is King Edward VI Northfield School for Girls located?

King Edward VI Northfield School for Girls is a secondary school in Birmingham, Birmingham (B31 4BP).

How many pupils attend King Edward VI Northfield School for Girls?

King Edward VI Northfield School for Girls has around 739 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare King Edward VI Northfield School for Girls with other schools?

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