The short version
Below-average GCSE results. 82% capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2020).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 30.7 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2020
- This is a girls-only school
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
30.7
13.1 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
29%
12.7pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
29%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-1.75
Band 5Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
1% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 11–17
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 125
- Capacity
- 82%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Birmingham
- Head
- Mrs Rehana Mogra (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Good
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
30 Beacon Hill, Aston, Birmingham, West Midlands, B6 6JU
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmNewbury Independent School
Independent · 957m away
Lozells Junior and Infant School and Nursery
Primary · 1.1km away
Titan Aston Academy
Free school · 1.2km away
Newtown Nursery School
Nursery · 1.3km away
Aston Manor Academy
Secondary · 1.3km away
Chilwell Croft Academy
Primary · 1.4km away
Anglesey Primary School
Primary · 1.5km away
Nishkam High School
Secondary · 1.7km away
Questions parents ask
Is Birchfield Independent Girls' School a selective school?
No. Birchfield Independent Girls' School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Birchfield Independent Girls' School's Ofsted rating?
Birchfield Independent Girls' School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in February 2020. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Birchfield Independent Girls' School?
Birchfield Independent Girls' School currently has 125 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Birchfield Independent Girls' School take?
Birchfield Independent Girls' School caters for pupils aged 11 to 17.
Where is Birchfield Independent Girls' School?
Birchfield Independent Girls' School is in Birmingham, B6 6JU, in the Birmingham local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Birchfield Independent Girls' School have a sixth form?
Yes, Birchfield Independent Girls' School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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