Holyhead School

URN: 137034 • Birmingham B21 0HN

Overview

Name
Holyhead School
URN
137034
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
CENTRAL REGION SCHOOLS TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
50.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
David Knox (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01215231960
Website
Visit
Address
Milestone Lane, Birmingham B21 0HN

Summary

Holyhead School is a mixed secondary academy located in Birmingham, serving a diverse student population of 1,271 pupils, with a capacity of 1,250. The school is committed to promoting social justice and inclusivity, reflecting its ethos in both its educational approach and community engagement. With a significant percentage of students (58.80%) eligible for free school meals, Holyhead School actively works to support the needs of its students and their families.

The curriculum at Holyhead School is designed to foster academic excellence while prioritising the well-being of students. The school encourages staff to engage in professional development and values their contributions to the school community. Staff retention is high, with many teachers choosing to build their careers at Holyhead, which speaks to the supportive environment cultivated within the school.

Holyhead School prides itself on being a welcoming and friendly community, where both students and staff feel valued and respected. The school promotes open communication and collaboration, ensuring that all voices are heard and that everyone plays a role in the school's ongoing development.

Key details

LA
Birmingham
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
CENTRAL REGION SCHOOLS TRUST
Capacity
1250
Pupils
1271
Boys
677
Girls
594
FSM %
58.80
Open date
2011-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-02-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1271 677 594 1250 58.80
2024-09-11 1254 660 594 1250 53.90
2023-09-11 1311 676 635 1250 48.30
2022-09-11 1311 676 635 1250 48.30
2021-09-11 1279 656 623 1250 42.60
2020-09-11 1303 668 635 1250 42.60

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