SchoolScoresAston University Engineering Academy
University technical college · Secondary, ages 13 to 19 · Mixed · Sixth form
Part of ASTON UNIVERSITY STEM EDUCATION ACADEMY TRUST
1 Lister Street, Birmingham, B7 4AG
0121 380 0570 · School website · Map and directions
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted report card from the inspection that started on 24 February 2026 , published 26 April 2026.
In short: 7 strong, and safeguarding met.
Since November 2025 Ofsted grades each area on a five-point scale instead of giving one overall grade. How report cards work.
| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| SafeguardingWhether pupils are kept safe. Met or not met. | Met |
| InclusionHow well the school supports disadvantaged pupils and pupils with special educational needs. | Strong standard Second of five grades. Better than the standard Ofsted expects. |
| Curriculum and teachingWhat pupils are taught and how well they are taught it. | Strong standard Second of five grades. Better than the standard Ofsted expects. |
| AchievementHow well pupils learn and the results they get. | Strong standard Second of five grades. Better than the standard Ofsted expects. |
| Attendance and behaviourWhether pupils come to school and how they behave. | Strong standard Second of five grades. Better than the standard Ofsted expects. |
| Personal development and wellbeingPupils' wider development, character and wellbeing. | Strong standard Second of five grades. Better than the standard Ofsted expects. |
| Post-16 provisionSixth form or other study after 16. | Strong standard Second of five grades. Better than the standard Ofsted expects. |
| Leadership and governanceHow well leaders and governors run the school. | Strong standard Second of five grades. Better than the standard Ofsted expects. |
Read the full Ofsted reports for this school
Source: Ofsted state-funded schools inspection data.
What parents say
68 parents answered Ofsted's Parent View survey between 10 November 2025 and 6 April 2026.
Birmingham comparisons use the 15 of its 95 state secondary schools with comparable results. The other 80 have no published Parent View results (Ofsted only publishes a survey once at least 10 parents answer) or used Ofsted's newer questions, which we don't compare with the older ones.
| Statement | This school | Birmingham | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| My child is happy at this school 1st highest of 15 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Birmingham. Higher than 92% of 442 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 96% | 78% | 83% |
| My child feels safe at this school 3rd highest of 15 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Birmingham. Higher than 88% of 442 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 96% | 80% | 85% |
| The school makes sure pupils are well behaved 1st highest of 15 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Birmingham. Higher than 99% of 442 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 99% | 72% | 78% |
| Concerns were dealt with properlyOf 46 parents who had raised a concern Joint 1st highest of 15 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Birmingham. Higher than 89% of 431 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 87% | 66% | 74% |
| My child with SEND gets the support they needOf 13 parents of children with SEND 1st highest of 9 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Birmingham. Higher than 90% of 356 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 85% | 63% | 63% |
| I would recommend this school to another parent 1st highest of 15 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Birmingham. Higher than 95% of 442 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 100%said yes | 78% | 83% |
Parents choose whether to take part, so these answers may not represent all families (Ofsted puts the response rate at 8%). Figures are the share who agree or strongly agree. England figures are all parents answering the same questions over the same period, for state-funded schools. Birmingham figures pool parents at the Birmingham schools compared, from each school's latest survey, so survey dates differ between schools. The scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) agreement, and the dot marks this school among state schools of the same phase that used the same survey questions. The third it falls in is coloured: green for the top third, amber the middle, red the bottom. Source: Ofsted Parent View management information.
Results
GCSEs (key stage 4, age 16), 2024/25
81 pupils in this year group.
48% — 3 points above the Birmingham average, and 3 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Birmingham | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 48% | 45% | 45% |
| Attainment 8 scoreAverage of each pupil's grades across 8 GCSE-level subjects, with English and maths counted twice. Around 50 means grade 5s on average. | 44.1 | 46.6 | 46.1 |
| EBacc average point scoreAverage points across the English Baccalaureate subjects: English, maths, sciences, a language and history or geography. | 3.6 | 4.2 | 4.1 |
Progress 8 isn't shown. DfE didn't publish it for 2024/25 because this year group's key stage 2 tests in 2020 were cancelled, and older progress scores aren't comparable.
Source: DfE key stage 4 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After Year 11
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
81 pupils in this year group.
99% — 9 points above the Birmingham average, and 7 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Birmingham | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workPupils recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing Year 11. | 99% | 90% | 92% |
| School sixth form | 43% | 33% | 34% |
| Sixth form college | 7% | 13% | 13% |
| Further education college | 42% | 39% | 37% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 1% | 3% |
| Work | 1% | 1% | 3% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 95% | 99% |
Source: DfE key stage 4 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
A levels (16 to 18), 2024/25
95 A level students in this year group.
| Measure | This school | Birmingham | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average A level grade | C | C+ | B- |
| A level exams graded A* or A | 12% | 30% | 26% |
| A level exams graded A* to B | 35% | 55% | 53% |
| Average points per A level entryAn A* is 60 points, an A is 50, a B is 40, and so on down to 10 for an E. | 29.9 | 34.9 | 35 |
A level subjects, 2024/25
13 subjects, 238 exams. England figures are for state-funded schools and colleges.
| Subject | Exams | A* | A* or A | England A* or A |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 65 | 9% | 20% | 40% |
| Chemistry | 51 | 4% | 8% | 30% |
| Biology | 50 | 2% | 2% | 27% |
| Business Studies:Single | 24 | 0% | 4% | 16% |
| Physics | 23 | 4% | 13% | 31% |
| Design and Technology (Product Design) | 8 | 0% | 0% | 15% |
| Mathematics (Further) | 7 | 29% | 43% | 59% |
Also taken, with too few exams for DfE to publish grades: Art and Design (Fine Art), Spanish, Chinese, Italian, Portuguese, Urdu.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 qualification and subject data, 2024/25.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After sixth form
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
209 students in this year group.
84% — 9 points above the Birmingham average, and 5 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Birmingham | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workStudents recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing 16 to 18 study. | 84% | 75% | 79% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 4% | 7% |
| Work | 12% | 17% | 28% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 85% | 84% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Going on to university
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
213 students in this year group.
75% — 6 points above the Birmingham average, and 15 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Birmingham | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Went on to a degree or other higher education | 75% | 69% | 60% |
| Went to one of the most selective third of universitiesDfE's grouping of universities by the typical entry grades of their students. | 29% | 28% | 19% |
Went on to a degree or other higher education, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 77% | 75% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 progression to higher education or training, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Admissions
Apply through the council where you live, even if the school is in a different council area. This school is in Birmingham. The national closing date for secondary applications is 31 October, and offers are sent on 1 March.
Pupils, staff and SEND
| Pupils | This school | Birmingham | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years 60th highest of 94 state secondary schools in Birmingham. Higher than 89% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 50.2% | 48.1%* | 28.9% |
| With an education, health and care plan 93rd highest of 94 state secondary schools in Birmingham. Higher than 0% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 0.1% | 1.5%* | 3.1% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 89th highest of 94 state secondary schools in Birmingham. Higher than 8% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 6.6% | 15.2%* | 13.4% |
| English as an additional language 65th highest of 94 state secondary schools in Birmingham. Higher than 68% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 20.9% | 37.1%* | 19.2% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) 27th lowest of 93 state secondary schools in Birmingham. Lower than 73% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 7.0% | 8.0%* | 8.4% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) 32nd lowest of 93 state secondary schools in Birmingham. Lower than 57% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 22.1% | 24.1%* | 23.4% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils 19th lowest of 94 state secondary schools in Birmingham. Lower than 81% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 5.5 | 15.1 | 21.2 |
| Pupils suspended at least once 22nd lowest of 94 state secondary schools in Birmingham. Lower than 68% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 4.7% | 7.7% | 7.3% |
| Pupils permanently excluded0 pupils | 0.00% | 0.24% | 0.23% |
| Pupils per teacher Joint 15th highest of 94 state secondary schools in Birmingham. Higher than 73% of 3,442 state secondary schools in England. | 17.9 | 16.1 | 16.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) Joint 18th highest of 95 state secondary schools in Birmingham. Higher than 76% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 13.0 | 11.7 | 11.8 |
| Teachers who left during the year Joint 53rd highest of 94 state secondary schools in Birmingham. Higher than 49% of 3,430 state secondary schools in England. | 13.1% | 14.7%* | 14.2%* |
Comparisons are with secondary schools. Scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) figures. For absence and suspensions lower is better, so their scales run green to red; blue scales describe the school's pupils and staff and aren't good or bad. * Calculated by SchoolScores from the council's or England's schools, weighted by pupils (or teachers, for turnover); other figures are published by DfE. Sources: DfE school census 2024/25; DfE pupil absence 2024/25; DfE suspensions and permanent exclusions 2024/25; DfE school workforce census 2025/26; DfE teacher turnover 2024/25.
Nearby secondary schools
- Aston University Mathematics School 0.0 miles · Ofsted: Not yet inspected
- Star King Solomon Academy 0.2 miles · Ofsted: No overall grade (2024) · 26% grade 5+ English and maths
- Birmingham Ormiston Academy 0.4 miles · Ofsted: Good (2023) · 60% grade 5+ English and maths
- BOA Digital Technologies Academy 0.4 miles · Ofsted: No overall grade (2025)
- E-ACT Heartlands Academy 0.5 miles · Ofsted: No overall grade (2025) · 47% grade 5+ English and maths
- Aston Manor Academy 0.5 miles · Ofsted: Outstanding (2017), confirmed 2025 · 41% grade 5+ English and maths
- Newbury Independent School 0.8 miles · Independent · Ofsted: Requires improvement (2025)
- Nishkam High School 1.0 miles · Ofsted: No overall grade (2025) · 55% grade 5+ English and maths
- King Edward VI Aston School 1.0 miles · Ofsted: Outstanding (2022) · 97% grade 5+ English and maths
- Holte School 1.0 miles · Ofsted: Good (2023) · 24% grade 5+ English and maths
Straight-line distance. Distance isn't the same as a catchment area.
Questions parents ask
What is Aston University Engineering Academy's Ofsted rating?
Aston University Engineering Academy was inspected under Ofsted's report card format in 24 February 2026. Report cards grade each area on a five-point scale instead of giving one overall grade. Its grades were 7 strong, and safeguarding was met.
How did Aston University Engineering Academy do in its GCSEs?
In 2024/25, 48% of pupils grade 5 or above in English and maths, 3 points above the England average of 45%.
Would parents recommend Aston University Engineering Academy?
100% of the 68 parents who answered Ofsted's Parent View survey between 10 November 2025 and 6 April 2026 said they would recommend Aston University Engineering Academy to another parent. Parents choose whether to respond, so this may not represent all families.
Sources
- School details: Get Information about Schools (DfE), 26 September 2026. URN 138222.
- Inspections: Ofsted management information, data to 31 August 2026.
- Parent views: Ofsted Parent View, 10 November 2025 to 6 April 2026.
- Results: DfE school performance tables, GCSEs 2024/25, After Year 11 2024/25, A levels 2024/25, After sixth form 2024/25, Going on to university 2024/25.
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Page updated 26 September 2026.