New Horizon Academy
URN: 148929 • Birmingham B23 6DY
Overview
- Name
- New Horizon Academy
- URN
- 148929
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 33.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jennifer Marinho (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01214483737
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- New Horizon Academy, Birmingham B23 6DY
Summary
New Horizon Academy is an independent special school located in Birmingham, catering to students aged 11-16 with mild to moderate learning difficulties. With a current enrolment of three pupils and a capacity for ten, the school prioritises a personalised approach to education, ensuring that each student receives tailored support through individualised education plans. The nurturing environment fosters creativity and connection, allowing students to thrive academically and socially.
The curriculum at New Horizon Academy is designed to be broad and balanced, meeting the requirements of the Education (Independent School Standards) 2014. It focuses on developing knowledge and skills, personal empowerment, and preparation for life and work. The school regularly reviews its curriculum to ensure it remains suitable and challenging for all students, aiming to enhance their literacy, numeracy, and communication skills by the end of Key Stage 4.
Led by Headteacher Jennie Marinho, New Horizon Academy fosters a strong sense of community, where staff and students are encouraged to support one another. The school's ethos is centred on empathy, respect, and belief in each student's potential, creating a family-like atmosphere that values every child's unique journey.
The curriculum at New Horizon Academy is designed to be broad and balanced, meeting the requirements of the Education (Independent School Standards) 2014. It focuses on developing knowledge and skills, personal empowerment, and preparation for life and work. The school regularly reviews its curriculum to ensure it remains suitable and challenging for all students, aiming to enhance their literacy, numeracy, and communication skills by the end of Key Stage 4.
Led by Headteacher Jennie Marinho, New Horizon Academy fosters a strong sense of community, where staff and students are encouraged to support one another. The school's ethos is centred on empathy, respect, and belief in each student's potential, creating a family-like atmosphere that values every child's unique journey.
Useful links
- Local Offer- SEND Information (sen)
- News and Events (calendar)
- HOME (other)
- About (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Curriculum (other)
- Curriculum Overview (other)
- Curriculum Plans- MLD (other)
- Key Information (other)
- Policies (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
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 10
- Pupils
- 3
- Boys
- 2
- Girls
- 1
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2022-09-06
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 10 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 10 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 10 |
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