Nishkam High School
URN: 138586 • Birmingham B19 2LF
Overview
- Name
- Nishkam High School
- URN
- 138586
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Sikh
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- NISHKAM SCHOOLS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 65.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Co Principal Chris Deeks Co Principal Emma Wilks (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01213487660
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Great King Street North, Birmingham B19 2LF
Summary
Nishkam High School, located in Birmingham, is a mixed secondary free school with a current enrolment of 670 pupils and a capacity of 700. The school operates under the Nishkam School Trust, which is rooted in Sikh values while embracing a multi-faith ethos. This approach encourages respect for all beliefs and aims to foster a cohesive society. The school's curriculum is guided by virtues such as compassion, humility, and service, which are integrated into teaching practices and the overall educational experience.
The Nishkam School Trust has a strong commitment to serving the local community, particularly in the socially disadvantaged area of Handsworth. The school builds on over 30 years of community engagement and aims to uplift aspirations and educational attainment among its students. Partnerships with local organisations and initiatives, including the provision of free meals through the community Gurudwara, reflect the school's dedication to selfless service and community well-being.
Nishkam High School emphasizes the importance of collaboration between parents and educators, viewing parents as the first teachers of their children. The school aims to support families in nurturing their children’s academic and personal development, fostering an environment where pupils can thrive both in their studies and in their character.
The Nishkam School Trust has a strong commitment to serving the local community, particularly in the socially disadvantaged area of Handsworth. The school builds on over 30 years of community engagement and aims to uplift aspirations and educational attainment among its students. Partnerships with local organisations and initiatives, including the provision of free meals through the community Gurudwara, reflect the school's dedication to selfless service and community well-being.
Nishkam High School emphasizes the importance of collaboration between parents and educators, viewing parents as the first teachers of their children. The school aims to support families in nurturing their children’s academic and personal development, fostering an environment where pupils can thrive both in their studies and in their character.
Useful links
- Local Advisory Boards (governance)
- Key Documents (governance)
- Key Information (governance)
- Governance Structure (governance)
- Members (governance)
- Trust Board (governance)
- A Reflection of His Holiness Pope FrancisMore (calendar)
- Last few places left! Please come and visit us or ring the school directly to make an appointmentMore (calendar)
- Open Days for Reception 2025 2026More (calendar)
- Open Events for entry to Reception in September 2026/2027More (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Handsworth Grammar School (76.3)
- Swanshurst School (74.9)
- Kings Norton Girls' School (73.3)
- St Paul's School for Girls (72.5)
- King Edward VI Aston School (72.1)
Key details
- LA
- Birmingham
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- NISHKAM SCHOOLS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 700
- Pupils
- 670
- Boys
- 357
- Girls
- 313
- FSM %
- 30.70
- Open date
- 2012-08-31
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2014-05-01
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 670 | 357 | 313 | 700 | 30.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 671 | 352 | 319 | 700 | 29.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 673 | 339 | 334 | 700 | 26.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 673 | 339 | 334 | 700 | 26.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 660 | 323 | 337 | 700 | 22.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 660 | 318 | 342 | 700 | 18.20 |
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