# The Birley Academy — Sheffield, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Secondary
- **Parent rating:** 4.7/5 from 4 published reviews
- **Principal:** Mrs Victoria Hall

## Contact

- **Address:** Birley Lane, Sheffield, S12 3BP
- **Phone:** 0114 239 2531
- **Website:** http://www.birleysecondaryacademy.co.uk
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/sheffield/the-birley-academy-18281

## About

The Birley Academy has earned a 'Good' rating across all areas in its latest Ofsted inspection. The report celebrates our raised expectations, stronger teaching, and a more purposeful learning environment—marking a proud milestone for staff, students, and the community.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Behaviour and Attitudes):** Requires Improvement — Mar 2023
- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Requires Improvement — Mar 2023
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Requires Improvement — Mar 2023
- **Ofsted (Personal Development):** Requires Improvement — Mar 2023
- **Ofsted (Quality of Education):** Requires Improvement — Mar 2023

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — Excellent School with Great Facilities and Values: We've been impressed with the Birley Academy since our child started. The staff are friendly and supportive, and the facilities are excellent. We particularly like the emphasis on the core values of Respect, Kindness, Courage, Integrity, and Ambition. Our child has settled in well and is thriving. *(Sep 2022)*
- **4/5** — Positive Experience so Far: We've been pleased with our experience at the Birley Academy so far. Our child is enjoying the school and the teachers seem to know them well. We do wish the school had more extracurricular activities, but overall we're happy with the education they're receiving. *(Feb 2022)*
- **5/5** — School Dog Program is a Highlight: Our child has really benefited from the school dog program at the Birley Academy. It's helped them with their emotional wellbeing and has given them a sense of responsibility. We also appreciate the emphasis on community service and volunteering. *(Oct 2021)*
- **5/5** — A Well-Run School with a Positive Atmosphere: We were happy with the education our child received at the Birley Academy. The teachers were passionate and enthusiastic, and the school's focus on personal development was evident. We appreciated the opportunity for our child to take part in the school's sports and drama programs. *(Jun 2020)*

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