Grace Academy Solihull

URN: 129342 • Birmingham B37 5JS

Overview

Name
Grace Academy Solihull
URN
129342
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
TOVE LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Darren Gelder (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01213294600
Website
Visit
Address
Chapelhouse Road, Birmingham B37 5JS

Summary

Grace Academy Solihull is a mixed secondary academy located in Birmingham, with a current enrolment of 874 students and a capacity of 1,100. The academy is part of the Tove Learning Trust and is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values equality and diversity. The ethos of Grace Academy is centered around providing a supportive and enriching educational experience, encouraging students to achieve their full potential.

The curriculum at Grace Academy is diverse, offering a wide range of subjects across various departments, including Art, Business, Computing, and the Sciences. The academy places a strong emphasis on academic excellence, as evidenced by its impressive GCSE results, particularly in Maths and English. Additionally, the school offers enrichment opportunities, including a robust careers programme and extracurricular activities, to enhance students' learning experiences.

Grace Academy Solihull prioritises student support through dedicated pastoral teams and resources for special educational needs. The academy actively engages with the local community and promotes initiatives aimed at tackling educational challenges, such as the Rigby Foundation’s Inspiring Futures Programme. Parents can find further information and updates on the academy's website.

Key details

LA
Solihull
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
TOVE LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
1100
Pupils
874
Boys
393
Girls
481
FSM %
48.50
Open date
2006-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-05-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 874 393 481 1100 48.50
2024-09-11 879 406 473 1100 47.30
2023-09-11 904 435 469 1100 43.90
2022-09-11 904 435 469 1100 43.90
2021-09-11 875 428 447 1100 42.30
2020-09-11 813 383 430 1100 38.30

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