Special academy · Birmingham

James Brindley School

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: 104 (capacity 557)
Gender: Mixed
Academy trust: THINK DIFFERENTLY EDUCATION TRUST
Phone: 01216666409
Address: Bell Barn Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 2AF
Website: jamesbrindley.org.uk

Official school record, including Ofsted reports

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