King Edward VI Balaam Wood Academy

URN: 147440 • Birmingham B45 0EU

Overview

Name
King Edward VI Balaam Wood Academy
URN
147440
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
KING EDWARD VI ACADEMY TRUST BIRMINGHAM
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
49.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Damian McGarvey (since 2025)
Telephone
01214649901
Website
Visit
Address
New Street, Birmingham B45 0EU

Summary

King Edward VI Balaam Wood Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Birmingham, with a current enrolment of 414 pupils against a capacity of 546. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment characterised by high aspirations and evidence-based teaching. The ethos of the academy revolves around being bold, ambitious, collaborative, and kind, aiming to develop resilient and confident students with a strong thirst for learning.

The curriculum is designed to encourage academic achievement and personal growth, ensuring that students not only excel in their studies but also develop essential life skills. The school actively collaborates with parents and the local community, positioning itself as a central hub for educational and social development.

Governance at Balaam Wood Academy is led by a committed team with extensive experience in education. The governing board includes individuals with backgrounds in teaching, educational leadership, and community service, all focused on supporting the strategic development of the school and enhancing the educational experience for all students.

Key details

LA
Birmingham
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
KING EDWARD VI ACADEMY TRUST BIRMINGHAM
Capacity
546
Pupils
414
Boys
220
Girls
194
FSM %
66.70
Open date
2019-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 414 220 194 546 66.70
2024-09-11 419 221 198 546 65.60
2023-09-11 386 211 175 546 65.30
2022-09-11 386 211 175 546 65.30
2021-09-11 388 218 170 546 63.90
2020-09-11 369 208 161 546 54.50

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