The Birmingham and West Midlands schools shortlisted for awards at 'Oscars of education'

The annual TES Schools Awards celebrate the best in the education industry across the UK, presenting awards in 22 categories, from ‘Primary School of the Year’ to ‘Trust of the Year’.

See the local schools and teachers nominated below and what category they will be competing in.

West Midlands and Birmingham schools

• Ninestiles, an Academy, Birmingham: Inclusive School of the Year
• Goldsmith Primary Academy, Walsall: Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Setting of the Year
• Keith Metcalfe, Malvern College, Worcestershire: Headteacher of the Year (Independent)
• Mia BanoArden Primary School, Arden Primary School, Birmingham: Primary Curriculum Leader of the Year
• Goldsmith Primary Academy, Walsall: Primary School of the Year
• Wolverhampton Grammar School, West Midlands: Pupil Mental Health Initiative of the Year
• Bristnall Hall Academy, Oldbury: Secondary School of the Year
• Albright Education Centre, Tipton: Specialist Provision School of the Year
• Selly Park Girls School, Birmingham: Staff Wellbeing School of the Year
• Q3 Academy Langley, Oldbury: Staff Wellbeing School of the Year

The winners will be announced at the official awards ceremony on June 20, 2025.