Leycroft Academy
URN: 148653 • Birmingham B33 9UE
Overview
- Name
- Leycroft Academy
- URN
- 148653
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Trust
- FORWARD EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 41.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Patrick Jones (since 2025)
- Telephone
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Gressel Lane, Birmingham B33 9UE
Summary
Leycroft Academy is a primary special school located in eastern Birmingham, catering specifically to children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The school serves 171 pupils, all of whom have a Statement of Special Educational Need or an Education and Health Care Plan. Leycroft Academy is committed to understanding the unique strengths and needs of each child, ensuring a tailored educational experience.
The curriculum at Leycroft extends beyond the National Curriculum, incorporating a holistic approach that promotes wellbeing, communication, and independence. This includes a progression from an Early Years Foundation Learning programme to full participation in the National Curriculum, designed to meet the diverse educational and social needs of the pupils.
Leycroft Academy values collaboration with parents and the wider community, fostering a positive and supportive environment. The dedicated staff focus on creating a calm atmosphere that encourages lifelong learning and helps pupils become valued members of their communities. For more information, visit their website at [Leycroft Academy](https://leycroft.fet.ac/).
The curriculum at Leycroft extends beyond the National Curriculum, incorporating a holistic approach that promotes wellbeing, communication, and independence. This includes a progression from an Early Years Foundation Learning programme to full participation in the National Curriculum, designed to meet the diverse educational and social needs of the pupils.
Leycroft Academy values collaboration with parents and the wider community, fostering a positive and supportive environment. The dedicated staff focus on creating a calm atmosphere that encourages lifelong learning and helps pupils become valued members of their communities. For more information, visit their website at [Leycroft Academy](https://leycroft.fet.ac/).
Useful links
- Become a Local Governor (governance)
- The Senior Team (sen)
- Special Educational Needs Local Offer (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- FET Policies (other)
- Skip to main content (other)
- Policies (other)
- School Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Lambs Christian School (73.2)
- Brays School (69.8)
- Hamd House School (69.6)
- Wilson Stuart School (68.7)
- Mander Portman Woodward Independent College (66.8)
Key details
- LA
- Birmingham
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- FORWARD EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 172
- Pupils
- 171
- Boys
- 132
- Girls
- 39
- FSM %
- 54.40
- Open date
- 2021-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 171 | 132 | 39 | 172 | 54.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 171 | 130 | 41 | 172 | 47.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 167 | 132 | 35 | 172 | 53.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 167 | 132 | 35 | 200 | 53.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 200 |
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