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Birchfield Independent Girls' School

Birmingham, West Midlands · B6 6JU

AAB+ A-level

9–7 GCSE

Day fees

£4k

Inspection

Good

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School website

Birchfield Independent Girls' School is a small, day-only independent girls' school in Birmingham serving approximately 129 pupils. The school blends Islamic teachings with a broad, balanced national curriculum, positioning itself as a values-driven alternative in the independent sector. Entry is at 11, 13, and 16, with recent GCSE results reported at 99.5% pass rate. The school operates an open-door admissions policy with weekly open days and accepts external examination candidates.

  • Islamic ethos and values integrated throughout curriculum and school life
  • Small pupil cohort enabling strong pastoral care and individualised attention
  • Reported GCSE pass rate of 99.5% and results above national average
  • Accessible location in Birmingham with flexible admissions windows

Who thrives here

Pupils from Muslim families seeking faith-aligned education, or families valuing small-school environments with personalised pastoral care. Girls who thrive in girls-only settings and benefit from close relationships with staff.

Strengths at a glance

Exam resultsno dataSports30th pctCo-curricularno dataValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeingno data

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeIndependent Senior · Day
Number of pupils129
Age range11–18
GenderGirls
Day fees£3.6k/yr
Settingurban
LocationB6 postcode places school in Handsworth, north-west Birmingham. Primary transport is local bus network; served by regional rail.
EthosIslamic

Contact & visit

30 Beacon Hill, Aston

Birmingham, West Midlands

B6 6JU

www.bigs.bham.sch.uk
01213277707
Mrs R Mogra, Headteacher

Nearest stations

Handsworth (station)8 min
Handsworth Park (local bus network)5 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at Birchfield Independent Girls' School?

Day fees at Birchfield Independent Girls' School are approximately £3,650 per year (2025/26).

How do you get into Birchfield Independent Girls' School?

Birchfield Independent Girls' School admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

Is Birchfield Independent Girls' School a boarding school?

Birchfield Independent Girls' School is a day school in Birmingham and does not offer boarding.

What is Birchfield Independent Girls' School's latest inspection rating?

Ofsted rated Birchfield Independent Girls' School “Good” (2020).

What parents say

Frequently praised

Caring, nurturing ethos described on school website

Strong academic results claimed (99.5% GCSE pass rate)

Small school size enabling close pastoral relationships

Islamic values integration appeals to faith-seeking families

Common concerns

!Not yet Ofsted inspected; independent verification of claims unavailable

!Limited published information on sport, music, drama, and extracurricular provision

!Small pupil cohort (129) may limit peer group, activities, and university destination data

!Website suggests minimal investment in new facilities or programme development