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
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.
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.
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Nearby alternatives
- Handsworth Grammar School (76.3)
- Swanshurst School (74.9)
- Kings Norton Girls' School (73.3)
- St Paul's School for Girls (72.5)
- King Edward VI Aston School (72.1)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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