The short version
Below-average GCSE results. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2018).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 32.8 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2018
- The school has significant spare capacity
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
32.8
11.0 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.56
Band 1Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
46% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 14–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 138
- Capacity
- 53%
Governance
- Local authority
- Birmingham
- Head
- Mr Adam Cross (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Outstanding
4 official reports linked on this page, including 3 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
16 - 18 Greenfield Crescent, Edgbaston, Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 3AU
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmHopwood Hall School
Independent · Very close
St George's School Edgbaston
Independent · Very close
Hallfield School
Independent · 492m away
Edgbaston High School for Girls
Independent · 566m away
West House School
Independent · 716m away
Priory School
Independent · 1.1km away
Oasis Academy Woodview
Primary · 1.1km away
Harborne Academy
Secondary · 1.4km away
Questions parents ask
What is Mander Portman Woodward Independent College's Ofsted rating?
Mander Portman Woodward Independent College was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in February 2018. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Mander Portman Woodward Independent College?
Mander Portman Woodward Independent College currently has 138 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Mander Portman Woodward Independent College take?
Mander Portman Woodward Independent College caters for pupils aged 14 to 19.
Where is Mander Portman Woodward Independent College?
Mander Portman Woodward Independent College is in Birmingham, B15 3AU, in the Birmingham local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Mander Portman Woodward Independent College have a sixth form?
Yes, Mander Portman Woodward Independent College has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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