Solihull Alternative Provision Academy

URN: 143918 • Solihull B90 4LE

Overview

Name
Solihull Alternative Provision Academy
URN
143918
Type
Free schools alternative provision
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Trust
SOLIHULL ALTERNATIVE PROVISION MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
45.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kat Dockery (since 2025)
Telephone
01217095420
Website
Visit
Address
Cranmore Avenue, Solihull B90 4LE

Summary

Solihull Alternative Provision Academy, established in April 2018, provides tailored educational solutions for students who struggle in mainstream settings. With a current enrolment of 61 pupils and a capacity of 180, the academy focuses on meeting the diverse needs of students referred by local schools and authorities. The institution is designed to support those at risk of permanent exclusion, disengagement, or other educational challenges.

The academy operates several specialized centres, including the Mercury Centre for students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and the Apollo Centre, which opened in November 2024 as the first primary provision in Solihull. These facilities aim to provide short-stay interventions and assessments, ensuring that students receive the support necessary to thrive academically and socially.

Solihull Academy's mission is to improve educational outcomes and life chances for every student. By fostering a collaborative environment with local authorities and mainstream schools, the academy strives to prevent permanent exclusions and facilitate pathways to further education, training, or employment, ultimately helping students achieve their future aspirations.

Key details

LA
Solihull
Age range
4 - 16
Boarders
Not applicable
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
SOLIHULL ALTERNATIVE PROVISION MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
180
Pupils
61
Boys
37
Girls
24
FSM %
72.10
Open date
2018-04-16
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-09-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 61 37 24 180 72.10
2024-09-11 74 52 22 150 66.20
2023-09-11 56 41 15 150 42.90
2022-09-11 56 41 15 150 42.90
2021-09-11 38 29 9 150 50.00
2020-09-11 44 33 11 110 43.20

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