Bordesley Green Girls' School & Sixth Form
97%
Capacity
965
Pupils
7.3x
Demand
About Bordesley Green Girls' School & Sixth Form
Bordesley Green Girls' School & Sixth Form is a state-funded Does not apply secondary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming girls from age 11 to 18. The school has 965 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 1,000 places).
Ofsted has rated Bordesley Green Girls' School & Sixth Form "Good", the school is led by headteacher Pritpal Hyare, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of +0.60 is well above the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is solid at 48.6. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of C-. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 380th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 83 in Birmingham.
Bordesley Green Girls' School & Sixth Form is a popular choice with families — it received 886 applications for 121 places, making it 7.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 104 were first-preference applications.
Bordesley Green Girls' School & Sixth Form has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.1/5 from 11 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bordesley Green Girls' School & Sixth Form include Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sixth Form Centre, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Swimming Pool, Library, Science Labs, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Hockey, Cricket, Football, Martial Arts and 6 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Eco Club, Young Enterprise, Orchestra and 7 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 60.2%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Birmingham, Bordesley Green Girls' School & Sixth Form is one of the options available in the West Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Girls |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Bordesley Green Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B9 4TR |
| Headteacher | Pritpal Hyare |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 965 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 60.2% |
| School Capacity | 965 / 1,000 (97% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Apr 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.60)
380th of 3,141
Nationally
29th of 371
In West Midlands
16th of 83
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make significantly more progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
32.3
'22/23
34.8
'23/24
27.4
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
10Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
21Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed121
886
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
104 families put this school as their 1st choice (12% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bordesley Green Girls' School & Sixth Form
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Bordesley Green Road, Birmingham
Birmingham, B9 4TR
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