Birchen Coppice Academy
URN: 144650 • Kidderminster DY11 7JJ
Overview
- Name
- Birchen Coppice Academy
- URN
- 144650
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- VICTORIA ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Serious Weaknesses
- Ranking score
- 21.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sandra Pennington (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01562823582
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Woodbury Road, Kidderminster DY11 7JJ
Summary
Birchen Coppice Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Kidderminster, Worcestershire, with a current enrolment of 183 pupils and a capacity for 210. As part of the Victoria Academies Trust, the school aims to provide high-quality, immersive learning experiences that prepare students for their future. The school promotes a fun, practical, and challenging approach to education, fostering a positive contribution to the community.
The curriculum at Birchen Coppice Academy encompasses a wide range of subjects, including core areas like reading, writing, and mathematics, as well as arts, science, and physical education. The school also offers additional support for families, including breakfast and after-school clubs, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.
With a significant percentage of pupils (71.3%) eligible for free school meals, the academy is committed to inclusivity and providing support to all students. The school operates from Monday to Friday, with wrap-around care available for working parents, reflecting its dedication to community engagement and support.
The curriculum at Birchen Coppice Academy encompasses a wide range of subjects, including core areas like reading, writing, and mathematics, as well as arts, science, and physical education. The school also offers additional support for families, including breakfast and after-school clubs, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.
With a significant percentage of pupils (71.3%) eligible for free school meals, the academy is committed to inclusivity and providing support to all students. The school operates from Monday to Friday, with wrap-around care available for working parents, reflecting its dedication to community engagement and support.
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Nearby alternatives
- Stottesdon CofE Primary School (70.2)
- Heronswood Primary School (67.5)
- Franche Primary School (66.3)
- Sutton Park Primary School (64.4)
- St Catherine's CofE (VC) Primary School (63.8)
Key details
- LA
- Worcestershire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- VICTORIA ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 183
- Boys
- 79
- Girls
- 104
- FSM %
- 71.30
- Open date
- 2017-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-05-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Worcestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 183 | 79 | 104 | 210 | 71.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 193 | 82 | 111 | 210 | 65.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 257 | 104 | 153 | 420 | 67.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 257 | 104 | 153 | 420 | 67.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 244 | 104 | 140 | 420 | 66.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 258 | 113 | 145 | 420 | 57.90 |
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