The Birley Academy
URN: 143963 • Sheffield S12 3BP
Overview
- Name
- The Birley Academy
- URN
- 143963
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- L.E.A.D. ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 44.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Victoria Hall (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01142392531
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Birley Lane, Sheffield S12 3BP
Summary
The Birley Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Sheffield, with a current enrolment of 1,108 pupils and a capacity of 1,163. The academy is committed to providing an exemplary education, emphasising the importance of its core values: Courage, Ambition, Respect, Kindness, and Integrity. These values guide the behaviour system and are integral to fostering a positive school environment where students are encouraged to thrive academically and personally.
The school aims to challenge students to achieve their best selves, promoting ambition not only in academic pursuits but also in personal interests. The curriculum is designed to support a wide range of opportunities, including academia, sports, and the arts, ensuring that students develop a well-rounded perspective on their education and future.
The Birley Academy also prioritises community and inclusivity, encouraging students to demonstrate kindness and respect towards one another. With a focus on integrity and personal responsibility, the academy strives to prepare students for success in life beyond school, fostering a sense of purpose and accountability within its community.
The school aims to challenge students to achieve their best selves, promoting ambition not only in academic pursuits but also in personal interests. The curriculum is designed to support a wide range of opportunities, including academia, sports, and the arts, ensuring that students develop a well-rounded perspective on their education and future.
The Birley Academy also prioritises community and inclusivity, encouraging students to demonstrate kindness and respect towards one another. With a focus on integrity and personal responsibility, the academy strives to prepare students for success in life beyond school, fostering a sense of purpose and accountability within its community.
Useful links
- Academy Governing Body (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Events (calendar)
- PE Newsletter (download)
- Careers Newsletters (download)
- Contact Us (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (other)
- Policies and Documents (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Tapton School (78.9)
- King Ecgbert School (76.3)
- Penistone Grammar School (71.4)
- High Storrs School (70.3)
- Notre Dame High School (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Sheffield
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- L.E.A.D. ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 1163
- Pupils
- 1108
- Boys
- 573
- Girls
- 535
- FSM %
- 36.40
- Open date
- 2017-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1108 | 573 | 535 | 1163 | 36.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1091 | 563 | 528 | 1163 | 34.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1072 | 566 | 506 | 1163 | 30.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1072 | 566 | 506 | 1163 | 30.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1075 | 577 | 498 | 1163 | 27.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1106 | 604 | 502 | 1163 | 21.70 |
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