The short version
Above-average GCSE results. 89% capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2013).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 52.1 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2013
- This is a girls-only school
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
52.1
8.3 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
47%
4.8pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
92%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.06
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
94%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
92%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
3%
Based on 116 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 15 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
22% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
3% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 15 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 10 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 63 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 642
- Capacity
- 89%
- FSM
- 52.3%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Birmingham
- Trust
- HILLCREST SCHOOL AND SIXTH FORM CENTRE
- Head
- Mr Samuel B Abbotts (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
6 official reports linked on this page, including 5 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Short inspection
July 2017 | Short Inspection
Curriculum and development visit
March 2015 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Good
September 2013 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Satisfactory
May 2012 | Full Inspection
Academy conversion letter
February 2012 | Academy Conversion Letter
Location
Stonehouse Lane, Birmingham, West Midlands, B32 3AE
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmNonsuch Primary School
Primary · 727m away
Paganel Primary School
Primary · 954m away
Welsh House Farm Community School and Special Needs Resources Base
Primary · 978m away
World's End Junior School
Primary · 1.0km away
World's End Infant and Nursery School
Primary · 1.0km away
Jervoise School
Primary · 1.1km away
Weoley Castle Nursery School
Nursery · 1.3km away
Edith Cadbury Nursery School
Nursery · 1.3km away
Questions parents ask
Is Hillcrest School and Sixth Form Centre a selective school?
No. Hillcrest School and Sixth Form Centre is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Hillcrest School and Sixth Form Centre's Ofsted rating?
Hillcrest School and Sixth Form Centre was rated Good at its most recent inspection in September 2022. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Hillcrest School and Sixth Form Centre?
Hillcrest School and Sixth Form Centre currently has 642 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Hillcrest School and Sixth Form Centre take?
Hillcrest School and Sixth Form Centre caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Hillcrest School and Sixth Form Centre?
Hillcrest School and Sixth Form Centre is in Birmingham, B32 3AE, in the Birmingham local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Hillcrest School and Sixth Form Centre have a sixth form?
Yes, Hillcrest School and Sixth Form Centre has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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