Archbishop Ilsley Catholic School
URN: 146124 • Birmingham B27 7XY
Overview
- Name
- Archbishop Ilsley Catholic School
- URN
- 146124
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- ST TERESA OF CALCUTTA MULTI ACADEMY COMPANY
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ciaran Clinton (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01217064200
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Victoria Road, Birmingham B27 7XY
Summary
Archbishop Ilsley Catholic School is a mixed secondary academy located in Birmingham, with a current enrolment of 1,158 pupils and a capacity of 1,190. The school operates under the St Teresa of Calcutta Multi-Academy Company and is committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment rooted in Catholic values. The ethos of the school is guided by the teachings of Jesus Christ, fostering a community where students are encouraged to "let their light shine."
The school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, alongside a strong emphasis on post-16 education through its Sixth Form. Archbishop Ilsley prides itself on the quality of teaching and the positive relationships between staff and pupils, which are seen as crucial to student success.
Additionally, the school engages students in enriching experiences, such as the Global Links Enrichment Programme, which provides opportunities for international travel and cultural exchange, enhancing their educational journey. Parents are encouraged to stay informed through the school's website and communication channels.
The school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, alongside a strong emphasis on post-16 education through its Sixth Form. Archbishop Ilsley prides itself on the quality of teaching and the positive relationships between staff and pupils, which are seen as crucial to student success.
Additionally, the school engages students in enriching experiences, such as the Global Links Enrichment Programme, which provides opportunities for international travel and cultural exchange, enhancing their educational journey. Parents are encouraged to stay informed through the school's website and communication channels.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Click here to report a pupil absence via Studybugs (sen)
- SEND Information (sen)
- Senior Leadership Team (sen)
- Click here to report a pupil absence via the My Child At School app (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Year 6 Transition (calendar)
- Please click here for information regarding how to access our MCAS app (download)
- Year 9 Options 2025 (download)
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 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- ST TERESA OF CALCUTTA MULTI ACADEMY COMPANY
- Capacity
- 1190
- Pupils
- 1158
- Boys
- 600
- Girls
- 558
- FSM %
- 47.90
- Open date
- 2019-05-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-10-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1158 | 600 | 558 | 1190 | 47.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1179 | 607 | 572 | 1190 | 44.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1161 | 618 | 543 | 1192 | 40.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1161 | 618 | 543 | 1192 | 40.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1196 | 638 | 558 | 1192 | 34.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1195 | 618 | 577 | 1192 | 29.30 |
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