Birchensale Middle School
URN: 146699 • Redditch B97 6HT
Overview
- Name
- Birchensale Middle School
- URN
- 146699
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Middle deemed secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- BORDESLEY MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Special Measures
- Ranking score
- 26.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Emma James (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 0152768430
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bridley Moor Road, Redditch B97 6HT
Summary
Birchensale Middle School, located in Redditch, Worcestershire, is a mixed academy converter serving 535 pupils, with a capacity of 600. The school is committed to fostering a supportive environment where every child can thrive academically and personally. Its ethos revolves around the values of belonging, motivation, and success, which guide the school's approach to education and community engagement.
The curriculum at Birchensale is designed to provide a challenging and engaging learning experience, with a focus on academic rigor and personal development. The dedicated staff work closely with students and their families to ensure that each pupil is equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary for their next stage of education. The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, helping to nurture responsible and well-rounded individuals.
Birchensale Middle School actively encourages parental involvement and values strong relationships with the community. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students, ensuring a safe and supportive atmosphere for learning. Regular updates and newsletters keep parents informed about school activities and developments.
The curriculum at Birchensale is designed to provide a challenging and engaging learning experience, with a focus on academic rigor and personal development. The dedicated staff work closely with students and their families to ensure that each pupil is equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary for their next stage of education. The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, helping to nurture responsible and well-rounded individuals.
Birchensale Middle School actively encourages parental involvement and values strong relationships with the community. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students, ensuring a safe and supportive atmosphere for learning. Regular updates and newsletters keep parents informed about school activities and developments.
Useful links
- Attendance & Absence (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Latest News (calendar)
- Newsletters (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Headteacher’s Welcome (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- St Bede's Catholic Middle School (64.9)
- Birchensale Middle School (64.0)
- Walkwood Church of England Middle School (60.5)
- Church Hill Middle School (60.2)
- Ipsley CofE Middle School (59.1)
Key details
- LA
- Worcestershire
- Age range
- 9 - 13
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BORDESLEY MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 600
- Pupils
- 535
- Boys
- 272
- Girls
- 263
- FSM %
- 37.00
- Open date
- 2019-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-09-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Worcestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 535 | 272 | 263 | 600 | 37.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 582 | 322 | 260 | 600 | 38.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 604 | 336 | 268 | 600 | 32.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 604 | 336 | 268 | 600 | 32.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 602 | 333 | 269 | 600 | 26.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 598 | 318 | 280 | 570 | 20.90 |
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