Waverley Studio College
URN: 139788 • Birmingham B9 5SX
Overview
- Name
- Waverley Studio College
- URN
- 139788
- Type
- Studio schools
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE WAVERLEY EDUCATION FOUNDATION LTD
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 47.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jacqueline Kler (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01215666622
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 470 Belchers Lane, Birmingham B9 5SX
Summary
Waverley Studio College is a mixed secondary school located in Birmingham, catering to 251 students with a capacity of 300. Established in 2013, the college focuses on vocational education, particularly in Health and Enterprise, providing students with practical learning experiences in collaboration with local employers. The college's bespoke facilities, opened in 2016, support a project-based curriculum that emphasizes real-world skills and career readiness.
Students at Waverley Studio College benefit from personalized support through assigned Learning Coaches, who guide them throughout their educational journey. The college operates a slightly extended school day, with hours from 08:40 to 15:45 on Mondays and Tuesdays, and 08:40 to 15:05 from Wednesdays to Fridays. The admissions process prioritizes a diverse student body, reflecting the community of Birmingham, with specific criteria for oversubscription.
In addition to vocational training, Waverley Studio College is committed to promoting British values, including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect. This focus aims to prepare students to become responsible citizens who contribute positively to society.
Students at Waverley Studio College benefit from personalized support through assigned Learning Coaches, who guide them throughout their educational journey. The college operates a slightly extended school day, with hours from 08:40 to 15:45 on Mondays and Tuesdays, and 08:40 to 15:05 from Wednesdays to Fridays. The admissions process prioritizes a diverse student body, reflecting the community of Birmingham, with specific criteria for oversubscription.
In addition to vocational training, Waverley Studio College is committed to promoting British values, including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect. This focus aims to prepare students to become responsible citizens who contribute positively to society.
Useful links
- SEND information (sen)
- College Calendar (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Waverley Studio College (other)
- WEF Half Term Letter (other)
- WEF End of Term Arrangements - December 2024 (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term dates (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
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
- 14 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE WAVERLEY EDUCATION FOUNDATION LTD
- Capacity
- 300
- Pupils
- 251
- Boys
- 128
- Girls
- 123
- FSM %
- 41.90
- Open date
- 2013-09-02
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-09-23
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 251 | 128 | 123 | 300 | 41.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 266 | 118 | 148 | 300 | 38.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 220 | 93 | 127 | 300 | 51.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 220 | 93 | 127 | 300 | 51.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 194 | 93 | 101 | 300 | 44.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 242 | 107 | 135 | 300 | 33.10 |
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