The short version
Above-average GCSE results.
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 59.2 vs national 43.8)
- The school has significant spare capacity
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
59.2
15.4 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
71%
29.2pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
48%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.75
Band 1Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
9% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 0–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 361
- Capacity
- 60%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Birmingham
- Head
- Mr Barry Doherty (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Nursery
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
Sir Harrys Road, Edgbaston, B15 2UR
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmElmhurst Ballet School
Independent · 761m away
King Edward's School
Independent · 1.3km away
King Edward VI High School for Girls
Independent · 1.3km away
New Perspectives School
Independent · 1.4km away
Jakeman Nursery School
Nursery · 1.4km away
Red Boots School (National Institute of Conductive Education)
Independent · 1.5km away
Harborne Academy
Secondary · 1.6km away
The Blue Coat School Birmingham
Independent · 1.7km away
Questions parents ask
Is Priory School a selective school?
Yes. Priory School has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
How many pupils attend Priory School?
Priory School currently has 361 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Priory School take?
Priory School caters for pupils aged 0 to 18.
Where is Priory School?
Priory School is in B15 2UR, in the Birmingham local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Priory School have a sixth form?
Yes, Priory School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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