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Last checked 24 Jul 2026

SEND

All pupils admitted have an EHCP (draft or finalised) already in place prior to admission.

“All pupils admitted to the Academies will have an Education, Health Care plan (EHCP) already in place, whether this be in draft or finalised format.”
Verified 24 Jul 2026Source

Calthorpe Academy is a special school for learners aged 2-19.

“As a special school for learners aged 2–19, we are committed to creating a safe, ambitious and inclusive community where every learner is valued, respected and encouraged to achieve their potential.”
Verified 24 Jul 2026Source

Pastoral

School states it is committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of all pupils, with all adults expected to share this commitment

“Calthorpe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of our pupils and expects all adults working in school, staff and volunteers, to share this commitment”
Verified 24 Jul 2026Source

School states a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils and students.

“Calthorpe Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its pupils and students.”
Verified 24 Jul 2026Source

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Enrichment

Vision includes collaborative partnerships with local, national and international organisations including business and industry

“local, national and international organisations (such as business, industry and educational institutions)”
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Ethos

The school describes itself as a safe, ambitious, inclusive community where every learner is valued and encouraged to achieve their potential.

“we are committed to creating a safe, ambitious and inclusive community where every learner is valued, respected and encouraged to achieve their potential”
Verified 24 Jul 2026Source

School names transparency, respect, and commitment to child safety as core values underpinning its practice

“At Calthorpe academy transparency is at the heart of our practice, we work with external agencies for best outcomes for our learner and have utmost respect for our families, staff & external partners. We are committed to keeping every child safe by creating a safe environment for children and young people through robust safeguarding practices”
Verified 24 Jul 2026Source

Admissions

Admissions are commissioned via SENAR (SEN Assessment and Review service), with further details from the local authority's SEND team.

“Calthorpe Academy is commissioned by SENAR and further details are available from SENAR, Directorate of Children, Young People and Families, P.O.Box 16289, Birmingham B2 2XN”
Verified 24 Jul 2026Source

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About School

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityBirmingham
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
Application Status

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