Flexible Learning School
Flexible Learning School is an independent school in Birmingham for pupils aged 13 to 16. It has 99 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Flexible Learning School is Good, from an inspection in July 2025.
Ofsted inspection: July 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 13-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 23 All Saints Road Hockley Birmingham Birmingham B18 5QB |
| Phone | 01215547918 |
| Reference Number | 135561 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 99 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 76.77%
Girls: 23.23% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Flexible Learning School provides a supportive and high-quality educational environment for pupils who have faced significant challenges in their previous schooling. The school has a dedicated staff team that sets high expectations and tailors learning to meet the diverse needs of its pupils, ensuring effective engagement with both academic and vocational studies. Leadership and management are particularly strong, fostering an outstanding culture of personal development that prepares students well for life beyond school, including a strong focus on safety and well-being.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 13 May 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 13 May 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 10 May 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 06 Nov 2019 | Additional inspection |
| 30 Jan 2019 | Additional inspection |
| 28 Nov 2017 | Standard inspection: |
| 23 Apr 2015 | Monitoring inspection |
| 01 Jul 2014 | Monitoring inspection |
| 03 Dec 2013 | Standard inspection: |
| 28 Mar 2012 | Monitoring inspection |
| 25 Nov 2011 | Monitoring inspection |
| 09 Mar 2011 | Monitoring inspection |
| 13 Oct 2010 | Monitoring inspection |
| 16 Mar 2010 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Dedicated staff provide high-quality support.
- Strong focus on personal development and safety.
- Tailored learning pathways for diverse student needs.
- Effective strategies for improving reading and speaking skills.
- Impressive pupil behaviour and positive relationships.
Areas for Improvement
- Attendance rates remain low for some pupils, impacting their learning opportunities.
In 2025–26, 15.2% of pupils at Flexible Learning School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 6.1% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Flexible Learning School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Flexible Learning School is Good, from an inspection in July 2025.
When was Flexible Learning School last inspected by Ofsted?
Flexible Learning School was last inspected in July 2025.
How many pupils does Flexible Learning School have?
Flexible Learning School has 99 pupils on roll.
What age range does Flexible Learning School cover?
Flexible Learning School for pupils aged 13 to 16.
Where is Flexible Learning School?
Flexible Learning School is at 23 All Saints Road, Hockley, Birmingham, Birmingham, B18 5QB.