The short version
Below-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2023).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 3.6 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023
- The school is at capacity (100% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
3.6
40.2 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
100% 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
- 100
- Capacity
- 100%
Governance
- Local authority
- Birmingham
- Head
- Dr Abide Zenenga
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Outstanding
5 official reports linked on this page, including 4 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
2 Riverside Drive, Stechford, Birmingham, West Midlands, B33 9BF
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmCorpus Christi Catholic Primary School
Primary · 588m away
Stechford Primary School
Primary · 694m away
Trade Based Training
Independent · 719m away
Bordesley Green East Nursery School
Nursery · 868m away
Blakesley Hall Primary School
Primary · 1.2km away
Saltley Academy
Secondary · 1.2km away
Alston Primary School
Primary · 1.2km away
The Oval School
Primary · 1.4km away
Questions parents ask
What is Riverside Education's Ofsted rating?
Riverside Education was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in June 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Riverside Education?
Riverside Education currently has 100 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Riverside Education take?
Riverside Education caters for pupils aged 14 to 19.
Where is Riverside Education?
Riverside Education is in Birmingham, B33 9BF, in the Birmingham local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Riverside Education have a sixth form?
Yes, Riverside Education has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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