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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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