Kimichi School

This was a material change inspection commissioned by the Department for Education to assess Kimichi School’s application to add boarding provision. Inspectors found that the school is likely to meet the relevant independent school standards and the national minimum standards for boarding if the proposed change is implemented. The school is a specialist music school currently providing day provision for pupils aged 9 to 18, with no residential pupils on roll at the time of inspection.

Strengths

• Clear proprietor vision and values create a cohesive school community.
• Robust governance through trustees and a governing body provides effective support and challenge.
• Systematic quality assurance gives leaders an accurate understanding of the school.
• Careful planning for boarding includes guidance from independent consultants and a professional association.
• Safeguarding policy is clear, up to date, published and reflects the latest DfE guidance.
• Safeguarding is a priority, with well-used reporting systems and quick, appropriate action.
• Staff receive regular training and understand local risks and signs a pupil may need help.
• Strong pastoral support and effective work with external agencies promote pupils’ wellbeing.
• Pupils feel safe, know who to speak to and trust staff to help them.
• The curriculum teaches practical safety, including online safety and managing risks.
• The accessibility plan fulfils the requirements of schedule 10 of the Equality Act 2010.
• Proposed boarding accommodation is well considered, homely, near the school and risk assessed.
• Boarding accommodation includes single-sex wings, ensuite or accessible bathrooms, study space and storage.
• Catering, shared spaces, quiet areas and plans to build boarders’ independence are well considered.
• Boarding safeguarding, staffing, recruitment and pre-employment checks are robust.
• Health and wellbeing arrangements include a convenient sick room, local services and family communication.
• Detailed fire precautions and health and safety checks are in place for boarding.
• Clear oversight, complaints procedures and arrangements for boarders’ views are planned.
• Positive behaviour and anti-bullying policies include restorative work to build relationships.
• Suitable guardian arrangements, boarding captains and systems for staff suitability are in place.

In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Kimichi School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 37.0% 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 Kimichi School's Ofsted rating?

The latest Ofsted rating for Kimichi School is Good, from an inspection in June 2026.

When was Kimichi School last inspected by Ofsted?

Kimichi School was last inspected in June 2026.

How many pupils does Kimichi School have?

Kimichi School has 54 pupils on roll.

What age range does Kimichi School cover?

Kimichi School for pupils aged 9 to 18.

Where is Kimichi School?

Kimichi School is at Eastbourne House, 111 Yardley Road, Acocks Green, Birmingham, West Midlands, B27 6LL.