Calthorpe Academy
Catchment Area, Reviews and Key Information

Primary & Secondary
Post 16
Special school
PUPILS
428
AGES
2 - 19
GENDER
Mixed
TYPE
Academy special converter

How Does The School Perform?

Good
NATIONAL AVG. 2.09
Ofsted Inspection
(04/10/2023)
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7.2:1
NATIONAL AVG. 19.9:1
Pupil/Teacher ratio
47.3%
NATIONAL AVG. 17.7%
Persistent Absence
40.9%
NATIONAL AVG. 22.0%
Pupils first language
not English
62.1%
NATIONAL AVG. 25.9%
Free school meals
Darwin Street
Highgate
Birmingham
B12 0TP
01217734637

School Description

Very special things are happening at Calthorpe Academy. This community is driven to make every moment count for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The school is determined that those needs will not limit pupils’ achievements or enjoyment of school and the world around them. Pupils have a broad range of complex needs. From the moment pupils arrive, the school starts working with families and specialist services to understand pupils’ needs so the right help can be put in place. Partnerships with health, social care and local authority teams provide a team around the pupil and their family to get the right support at the right time. Calmness and care define the relationship between staff and pupils. The school acts swiftly when pupils need extra help or support. Therapies, interventions and carefully considered provisions overcome the reasons for challenging behaviour. Consequently, pupils’ behaviour across the school is settled and purposeful. Preparation for life in modern-day Birmingham is a priority. Not only do pupils have opportunities to visit places such as soft play centres and shops, but every trip is an opportunity to practise communication or independence skills. Consequently, pupils are proud of their school and their city.

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