Oscott Academy
Birmingham, West Midlands · B23 5AP
Oscott Academy is a small, nurturing independent day school in Erdington, Birmingham, specialising in post-16 provision for students aged 16+. With just 19 pupils, it offers highly personalised education in a supportive, relationship-focused environment. The school explicitly rebuilds student confidence and trust in education, positioning itself as a therapeutic alternative to mainstream settings. Ofsted (April 2024) praised staff commitment, positive relationships, and the nurturing culture that helps pupils thrive.
- →Exceptionally small cohorts enabling individualised attention and tailored curriculum design
- →Explicit focus on rebuilding confidence and emotional wellbeing after previous negative schooling experiences
- →Staff described by Ofsted as going 'the extra mile' to establish positive relationships and secure pupil success
Who thrives here
Students aged 16+ who have experienced disengagement, anxiety, or negative relationships with mainstream education and need a calm, relationship-rich environment to rebuild confidence. This school suits learners who thrive with high pastoral contact and personalised academic support rather than competitive or high-pressure settings.
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Contact & visit
St Martins's Church Centre, 140 Witton Lodge Road, Erdington
Birmingham, West Midlands
B23 5AP
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Oscott Academy?
Day fees at Oscott Academy are approximately £18,000 per year (2024/25).
How do you get into Oscott Academy?
Oscott Academy admits pupils at 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Oscott Academy's exam results?
At Oscott Academy, 0% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Oscott Academy a boarding school?
Oscott Academy is a day school in Birmingham and does not offer boarding.
What is Oscott Academy's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Oscott Academy “Outstanding” (2024).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Staff dedication and commitment to pupil success
✓Establishment of positive, nurturing relationships that rebuild student confidence
✓Highly personalised approach suited to individual pupil needs
✓Therapeutic ethos that addresses emotional and educational disengagement
Common concerns
!Very small cohort size (19 pupils) may limit peer social networks and extracurricular breadth
!Not yet inspected by Ofsted for overall effectiveness; April 2024 comment was during progress check only
!Limited public information on academic outcomes, curriculum range, and university destinations