Archbishop Ilsley Catholic School

URN: 103541 • Birmingham B27 7XY

Overview

Name
Archbishop Ilsley Catholic School
URN
103541
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Helen Burrows (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Victoria Road, Birmingham B27 7XY

Summary

Archbishop Ilsley Catholic School is a voluntary aided secondary school located in Birmingham, serving a mixed-gender population of 1,168 pupils. The school is part of the St Teresa of Calcutta Multi-Academy Company and is committed to a Catholic ethos, emphasizing the teachings of Jesus Christ in its educational approach. The school aims to develop the whole person, encouraging students to "let their light shine" through both academic and extracurricular activities.

The curriculum is designed to be engaging and well-structured, with a strong focus on academic achievement and personal development. The school offers a range of enrichment programmes, including the popular Duke of Edinburgh Award, and opportunities for international experiences, such as trips to Peru and Thailand.

Archbishop Ilsley fosters a supportive community environment, with strong links to the local church and active involvement in charitable initiatives. The leadership team, led by Head Teacher Ciaran Clinton, prioritises building positive relationships among staff and students, ensuring a nurturing atmosphere for all.

Key details

LA
Birmingham
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1192
Pupils
1168
Boys
591
Girls
577
FSM %
25.30
Open date
Close date
2019-04-30
Last Ofsted
2018-06-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1168 591 577 1192 25.30
2024-09-11 1168 591 577 1192 25.30
2023-09-11 1168 591 577 1192 25.30
2022-09-11 1168 591 577 1192 25.30
2021-09-11 1168 591 577 1192 25.30
2020-09-11 1168 591 577 1192 25.30

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