Priestley Smith School

URN: 103614 • Birmingham B42 2PY

Overview

Name
Priestley Smith School
URN
103614
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
62.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Joanna Garvey (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01213253900
Website
Visit
Address
Perry Beeches Campus, Birmingham B42 2PY

Summary

Priestley Smith School is a community special school located in Birmingham, catering to students aged 2-19 with significant visual impairments, many of whom have additional needs such as social, emotional, or learning difficulties. The school prides itself on creating a supportive and inclusive environment, ensuring that each pupil receives tailored educational experiences to help them achieve their maximum potential.

The curriculum is designed to meet the individual needs of each child, incorporating a specialist visual impairment curriculum alongside a broad mainstream curriculum. The school employs a highly trained staff, including qualified teachers of the visually impaired and specialists in various fields, to provide comprehensive support. Additionally, the school offers outreach services and resources to assist other local schools and families.

Priestley Smith School emphasizes the importance of community involvement and partnerships with parents and carers, fostering a collaborative approach to education. Daily collective worship and a range of extracurricular activities contribute to the holistic development of students, promoting values such as empathy, respect, and social responsibility.

Key details

LA
Birmingham
Age range
2 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
90
Pupils
89
Boys
49
Girls
40
FSM %
49.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-01-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 89 49 40 90 49.30
2024-09-11 84 49 35 90 45.10
2023-09-11 87 50 37 90 38.70
2022-09-11 87 50 37 90 38.70
2021-09-11 89 50 39 45.20
2020-09-11 86 47 39 45.70

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