The Edge Academy
URN: 142071 • Birmingham B31 2LQ
Overview
- Name
- The Edge Academy
- URN
- 142071
- Type
- Free schools alternative provision
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Trust
- THE EDGE ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 46.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Adam Smith (since 2025) , Interim Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01215335858
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 946, Bristol Road South, Birmingham B31 2LQ
Summary
The Edge Academy, located in Birmingham, is a free school alternative provision catering to mixed-gender students. With a current enrolment of just 3 pupils, the academy has a capacity of 64, indicating a strong focus on individualised support. The school operates under a trauma-informed and attachment-aware framework, prioritising emotional connections and relational practices to foster a nurturing learning environment.
The ethos of The Edge Academy is built around the importance of relationships, which are seen as fundamental to the school's approach to education. Staff are dedicated to understanding the unique needs of each student, helping them build resilience and overcome personal challenges. This supportive atmosphere has been instrumental in transforming students' attitudes toward education, with testimonials highlighting significant positive changes in their engagement and well-being.
The academy's commitment to creating a sense of family and community is evident in its practices, making it a place where both students and staff feel valued. The Edge Academy aims to provide a safe and encouraging environment that promotes learning and personal growth for all its students.
The ethos of The Edge Academy is built around the importance of relationships, which are seen as fundamental to the school's approach to education. Staff are dedicated to understanding the unique needs of each student, helping them build resilience and overcome personal challenges. This supportive atmosphere has been instrumental in transforming students' attitudes toward education, with testimonials highlighting significant positive changes in their engagement and well-being.
The academy's commitment to creating a sense of family and community is evident in its practices, making it a place where both students and staff feel valued. The Edge Academy aims to provide a safe and encouraging environment that promotes learning and personal growth for all its students.
Useful links
- Governors’ Information and Duties (governance)
- Financial & Governance Information (governance)
- SEND (Special educational needs and disability) information (sen)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Our Admissions Process (other)
- CONNECT (other)
- SOLID SKILLS LEARNING (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Lambs Christian School (73.2)
- Brays School (69.8)
- Hamd House School (69.6)
- Wilson Stuart School (68.7)
- Mander Portman Woodward Independent College (66.8)
Key details
- LA
- Birmingham
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE EDGE ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 64
- Pupils
- 3
- Boys
- 2
- Girls
- 1
- FSM %
- 66.70
- Open date
- 2015-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-06-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 64 | 66.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 64 | 50.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 64 | 80.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 64 | 80.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 64 | 71.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 120 | 66.70 |
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