Special academy · Birmingham

Calthorpe Academy

Special
Ages 2–19
Sixth form

Term dates

Special academys can set their own term dates. Many follow Birmingham council's dates, shown below as a guide, but check with the school, especially for INSET days.

2026/27

2027/28

See Birmingham's full dates

Admissions

Places at special schools are usually arranged through an education, health and care (EHC) plan, agreed with the council.

How EHC plans work on GOV.UK

About and location

Type: Special academy
Phase: Special
Ages: 2–19
Pupils: 461 (capacity 450)
Gender: Mixed
Academy trust: THRIVE EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP
Phone: 01217734637
Address: Darwin Street, Highgate, Birmingham, B12 0TP
Website: calthorpe.thrive.ac

Official school record, including Ofsted reports

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