The Blue Coat School Birmingham

URN: 103580 • Birmingham B17 0HR

Overview

Name
The Blue Coat School Birmingham
URN
103580
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
48.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Noel Neeson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01214106800
Website
Visit
Address
Somerset Road, Birmingham B17 0HR

Summary

The Blue Coat School Birmingham is an independent preparatory school located in Edgbaston, catering to children aged 3 to 11. Established in 1722, the school has a rich history and is committed to fostering a supportive Christian community. The ethos of the school revolves around nurturing curiosity and creativity, ensuring that each child receives a well-rounded education that values both academic achievement and personal development.

The curriculum at The Blue Coat School is designed to promote versatile learning through innovative teaching methods. Children in the Nursery and Pre-Prep stages engage in play-based learning, while the Prep stage introduces a more structured approach with specialist subjects such as Modern Languages and competitive sports. The school also offers academic and music scholarships, alongside means-tested bursaries to support families in need.

With extensive facilities spread over 15 acres, including sports pitches, a swimming pool, and a Forest School, The Blue Coat School provides a comprehensive environment for children to thrive. The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, ensuring that every pupil feels valued and respected within the community.

Key details

LA
Birmingham
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
720
Pupils
667
Boys
333
Girls
334
FSM %
Open date
1957-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 667 333 334 720
2024-09-11 638 313 325 664
2023-09-11 626 323 303 650 0.00
2022-09-11 626 323 303 650 0.00
2021-09-11 622 317 305 650 0.00
2020-09-11 627 332 295 650 0.00

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