Brays School
Brays Road, Sheldon, Brays School, Birmingham, B26 1NSOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Brays School is a special school in Birmingham for ages 2 to 11. It is one of the 501 schools in Birmingham. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in February 2013.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 13 February 2013, report published 8 March 2013
- Overall effectiveness
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 10 June 2025
Pupils flourish at Brays School. The school's vision of 'BraysBelonging' is deeply embedded across the whole community. Pupils feel safe, welcomed and celebrated for who they are. The school provides a warm and inclusive learning environment where pupils are nurtured to develop their independence, communication and confidence. As a result, pupils achieve highly and enjoy coming to school. Staff know their pupils very well. Relationships are rooted in care, dignity and respect. Pupils' individual needs are well understood and skilfully supported. This helps pupils to settle quickly and participate fully in school life. Staff are experts in identifying the evolving needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils experience a wide range of creative opportunities, including drama, music and community visits. A love of reading is celebrated through events such as pop-up libraries and visits from authors and public figures. Pupils love to read, especially to Rusty, the school dog. Pupils enjoy lunchtime clubs, visits to theatres, residential trips and even looking after the school chickens. Pupils' views are actively sought and valued. They take part in decision-making, contribute to national campaigns and enjoy leadership opportunities. Pupils leave the school well prepared for their next stage of education and for life beyond school.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
21 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
93 pupils on roll, with places for 110
Schools near Brays School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trident Alternative Provision Ltd | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Hallmoor School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 0% met the expected standard |
| Kitts Green Academy | 2 miles | Report card: Needs attention | 0% met the expected standard |
| Leycroft Academy | 2 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | 0% met the expected standard |
| Reynalds Cross School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 0% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy special converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- FORWARD EDUCATION TRUST
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Headteacher
- Mrs Kari Anson
- Phone
- 01217435730
- Address
- Brays Road, Sheldon, Brays School, Birmingham, B26 1NS
- Local authority
- Birmingham
- URN
- 144042
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.