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The best sixth forms in Birmingham, according to Ofsted ratings

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The highest-rated primary schools in Kings Norton & Northfield

Research conducted for the Local Government Associations finds that council-maintained schools in England are outperforming academies in their Ofsted ratings. (Getty Images)

Council-maintained schools in England outperforming academies

Headteacher Ruth Perry took her own life while waiting for an Ofsted report. (photo by Mark Kerrison/In Pictures via Getty Images)

Ofsted’s new report upgrades school to good after headteacher’s death

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Just one fifth of Birmingham pupils attend top-rated state schools

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The 15 hardest Birmingham secondary schools to get into in 2023

Living up to its motto 'Labor Vincit' meaning 'hard work prevails' Dalkeith High School in Midlothian saw pupils surpass their virtual comparator by three percent, with 38 per cent achieving five Highers or more in 2022.

Ofsted's changes to school inspection system after headteacher's death

Newbury School, Cuckoo Wharf on Lichfield Rd (Photo - Google Maps)

Independent school in Aston with fee of £54k/year remains ‘inadequate’

Ruth Perry was the headteacher at Caversham Primary School (Photo: Brighter Futures for Children)

Ofsted changes being considered after death of headteacher

Primary school offer day 2023

The 27 Birmingham primary schools to receive Ofsted ratings this year

Ruth Perry was the headteacher at Caversham Primary School (Photo: Brighter Futures for Children)

NASUWT votes in favour of abolishing Ofsted after teacher’s death

Ruth Perry was the headteacher at Caversham Primary School (Photo: Brighter Futures for Children)

Ofsted defends school inspections despite backlash

Ruth Perry was the headteacher at Caversham Primary School (Photo: Brighter Futures for Children)

Headteacher blocks Ofsted inspection after death of fellow head

Caversham Primary School in Reading

Primary headteacher took own life after Ofsted downgrade

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10 Solihull schools which have an ‘outstanding’ Ofsted rating

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10 Solihull first schools which Ofsted say ‘require improvement’

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The 15 Brum secondary schools which Ofsted say ‘require improvement’

More teachers are now set to strike.

The Brum secondary schools rated ‘inadequate’ after Ofsted inspection

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Boys school in Birmingham in talks to admit girls for September 2024

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The 24 Birmingham primary schools Ofsted says ‘require improvement’

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PCS union announce 100,000 members will strike on Budget Day

Fairytales Day Nursery in Bourne Street, Dudley, West Midlands, where a one year old died on December 9th. 5th January 2023

Six women arrested after baby boy dies at a nursery in Dudley

Six women arrested in connection with ‘suspicious’ death at UK nursery

Elmlea Junior School, in The Dell, was rated outstanding by Ofsted in 2015. The report said: “Inspirational leadership and a relentless pursuit of excellence are the main reasons why pupils’ achievement is outstanding.” (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/21/136830)

The Brum schools which lost their ‘outstanding’ Ofsted rating in 2022

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Sandwell church turned into nursery despite concerns over parking

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Affordable £95,000 two bed flat in Birmingham up for sale

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What would I’m a Celeb challenges be if they were held in Birmingham?

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18 Brum schools with a ‘good’ or ‘outstanding’ Ofsted rating in 2022

How King Edwards VI School for Girls in Handsworth will look after the rebuild

King Edwards VI School for Girls in Handsworth rebuild plans unveiled

Arden Academy in Solihull

Arden Academy in Solihull gets its first Ofsted rating

School admissions were discussed by Calderdale councillors

4 in 5 Birmingham schools good or outstanding ahead of new school year

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The Sandwell primary & secondary schools with an Ofsted rating in 2022

Future First independent school in Hockley, Birmingham

Private school in Hockley rated “inadequate” by Ofsted

Ark Kings Academy in Kings Norton, Birmingham

Birmingham secondary school gets termination warning notice to close

Nansen Primary School, Saltley

Saltley primary school in Special Measures has turned around

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Arthur Labinjo-Hughes was murdered by his stepmum Emma Tustin.

Solihull child protection services to be inspected by Ofsted next week

4 bedroom detached house in Starbold Crescent, Solihull

5 family homes in Birmingham near highly rated schools