City Academy
City Academy is a secondary located in Birmingham, B15 2EF. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Requires Improvement. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 16. It currently has approximately 665 pupils on roll.
City Academy is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a free schools.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Free schools
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 16
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban major conurbation
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Birmingham
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 750
Number of Pupils: 665
Number of Boys: 358
Number of Girls: 307
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 54.7
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-14
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: Requires Improvement
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Requires Improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2023-05-02
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Bakewell
Phone: 01217297100
Website: http://www.corecity.academy
Location: 23 Langley Walk
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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 City Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of City Academy?
City Academy has been rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does City Academy admit?
City Academy admits pupils from age 11 to 16.
Is City Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
City Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is City Academy?
City Academy is a free schools offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near City Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around City 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 City Academy?
Yes — MyLittleEyes lists homes to rent and buy near City Academy in Birmingham. Scroll down to see available properties within 1 mile of the school.
