Arena Academy
Arena Academy is a secondary located in Birmingham, B42 2PY. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Not Rated. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 16. It currently has approximately 1,105 pupils on roll.
Arena Academy is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy sponsor led.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy sponsor led
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 16
Boarding: N/A
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban major conurbation
Religious Diocese: N/A
Local Authority: Birmingham
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 900
Number of Pupils: 1105
Number of Boys: 541
Number of Girls: 564
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 33.0
Last Changed Date: 2025-06-03
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Not Rated
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Good
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2024-12-04
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Mann
Phone: 01217297310
Website: https://corearena.academy
Location: Beeches Road, Great Barr
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
Local area information
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Frequently Asked Questions about Arena Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of Arena Academy?
Arena Academy has been rated Not Rated by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Arena Academy admit?
Arena Academy admits pupils from age 11 to 16.
Is Arena Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Arena Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is Arena Academy?
Arena Academy is a academy sponsor led offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Arena Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Arena Academy on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Arena Academy?
Yes — MyLittleEyes lists homes to rent and buy near Arena Academy in Birmingham. Scroll down to see available properties within 1 mile of the school.