Harborne Academy

URN: 136213 • Birmingham B15 3JL

Overview

Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
52.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Ross (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01214642737
Website
Visit
Address
Harborne Road, Birmingham B15 3JL

Summary

Harborne Academy, located in Birmingham, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 606 students, exceeding its capacity of 600. The school is dedicated to fostering the holistic development of its students, placing a strong emphasis on creating a supportive and inclusive environment. The leadership team, led by an experienced headteacher, is committed to ensuring that students feel safe, happy, and engaged in their learning.

The curriculum at Harborne Academy is designed to inspire creativity and critical thinking, with a focus on literacy and a love of reading. The school boasts a well-resourced library and a reading room to encourage students to develop their reading skills in a comfortable setting. Alongside academic pursuits, the academy offers a range of extracurricular activities, enriching the student experience and promoting personal growth.

With a significant percentage of students (54.3%) eligible for free school meals, Harborne Academy is attuned to the needs of its diverse community. The school actively engages with parents and the local community, fostering strong relationships that support student success and well-being.

Key details

LA
Birmingham
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
HARBORNE ACADEMY
Capacity
600
Pupils
606
Boys
385
Girls
221
FSM %
54.30
Open date
2010-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 606 385 221 600 54.30
2024-09-11 605 392 213 600 51.70
2023-09-11 595 388 207 600 47.20
2022-09-11 595 388 207 600 47.20
2021-09-11 600 392 208 800 43.80
2020-09-11 623 392 231 800 38.80

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