Erdington Academy
URN: 143413 • Birmingham B24 8RE
Overview
- Name
- Erdington Academy
- URN
- 143413
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- FAIRFAX MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 55.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Simon Mallett (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01213731080
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Kingsbury Road, Birmingham B24 8RE
Summary
Erdington Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Birmingham, part of the Fairfax Multi-Academy Trust. With a current enrolment of 931 students, the academy aims to provide a high-quality education for pupils aged 11 to 16, with pathways to Fairfax Sixth Form for further studies. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment of excellence, ambition, and integrity, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their future.
The academy supports a diverse student body, with 56.6% of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and community engagement. Erdington Academy offers various initiatives, including support for new mothers in teaching roles, demonstrating its dedication to staff welfare and retention.
Erdington Academy encourages parental involvement through events such as open mornings and coffee mornings, fostering a strong school community. The school also emphasizes respect and courtesy, aiming to create a positive atmosphere where students can thrive academically and personally. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.
The academy supports a diverse student body, with 56.6% of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and community engagement. Erdington Academy offers various initiatives, including support for new mothers in teaching roles, demonstrating its dedication to staff welfare and retention.
Erdington Academy encourages parental involvement through events such as open mornings and coffee mornings, fostering a strong school community. The school also emphasizes respect and courtesy, aiming to create a positive atmosphere where students can thrive academically and personally. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND Community Day (sen)
- SEND Information report (sen)
- News & Events (calendar)
- View Prospectus (download)
- Cookie Policy (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Terms of Use (other)
- Admissions (other)
- In-Year Admissions and Transition Information (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
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- FAIRFAX MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 900
- Pupils
- 931
- Boys
- 468
- Girls
- 463
- FSM %
- 56.60
- Open date
- 2016-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-04-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 931 | 468 | 463 | 900 | 56.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 951 | 483 | 468 | 900 | 52.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 985 | 496 | 489 | 900 | 48.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 985 | 496 | 489 | 900 | 48.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 998 | 507 | 491 | 900 | 45.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 948 | 500 | 448 | 900 | 42.70 |
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