Flexible Learning School
Birmingham · B18 5QB
Flexible Learning School is a small, day-only independent alternative provision and SEN school in Birmingham serving 52 pupils aged 13–18. The school positions itself around personalised, flexible education with emphasis on creating a positive learning environment where pupils feel valued. It offers a broad GCSE curriculum combined with practical, hands-on teaching delivered by subject-qualified staff, and explicitly welcomes pupils who may not thrive in traditional mainstream settings.
- →Small cohort size and individualised attention from experienced staff
- →Flexible, non-pressurised approach to learning suited to pupils with additional needs or complex backgrounds
- →Alternative provision model with emphasis on wellbeing, respect, and pastoral support
Who thrives here
Pupils who have struggled in mainstream secondary education, those with SEN or EHCP support needs, and learners who benefit from smaller classes, bespoke curriculum delivery, and a high degree of pastoral oversight.
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Contact & visit
23 All Saints Road, Hockley, Birmingham
Birmingham
B18 5QB
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Frequently asked questions
How do you get into Flexible Learning School?
Flexible Learning School admits pupils at 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Flexible Learning School's exam results?
At Flexible Learning School, 2.9% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Flexible Learning School a boarding school?
Flexible Learning School is a day school in Birmingham and does not offer boarding.
What is Flexible Learning School's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Flexible Learning School “Good” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Caring, dedicated staff who understand individual pupil needs
✓Safe, supportive environment where vulnerable pupils regain confidence
✓Small size enables genuine relationships and bespoke support
✓Practical, engaging teaching approach that re-engages disengaged learners
Common concerns
!Very small school with limited extracurricular breadth and sports/music facilities typical of larger independent schools
!Not yet inspected by Ofsted; limited external validation of educational quality
!Fee structure not publicly available; may be variable depending on needs and provision