Birchwood Community High School

About Birchwood Community High School

Birchwood Community High School believes in the power of aspiration, knowledge and kindness. We know that we achieve our best when we work together.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Ms E Mills

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.0

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 56 responses • 6.3% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

73.3% positive 25% negative

My child feels safe at this school

78.6% positive 17.9% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

82.1% positive 17.8% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

78.5% positive 8.9% negative

My child does well at this school

80.3% positive 16% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 56 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

17.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Excellent

52.3

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

42.9

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.37

Progress 8

Below average

36.6%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

54.0%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

8.1% entered EBacc

3.1% achieved EBacc

161 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Rachel M

Parent Feb 20, 2023

5.0

"Wonderful School Community"

We're loving our experience at Birchwood Community High School. The school's values of kindness, aspiration, and knowledge are aligned with our own family values, and the staff are always enthusiastic and supportive. The school's commitment to emotional wellbeing is also a big plus for us.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily W

Parent Sep 15, 2022

5.0

"Exceptional School Experience"

My child has been attending Birchwood Community High School for 2 years now and we've had an exceptional experience. The facilities are excellent, and the focus on kindness, aspiration, and knowledge is truly inspiring. The teachers are dedicated, and the pastoral care is top-notch. I highly recommend this school!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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David G

Parent Jun 1, 2022

4.0

"A Good School, but Improvements Needed"

I have mixed feelings about Birchwood Community High School. My child attended this school a few years ago, and we had some positive experiences with the teachers and facilities. However, I do think that the school could improve in some areas, such as communication with parents and the provision of extracurricular activities.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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