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Yardleys School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Yardleys School is a academy converter secondary school in Birmingham , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 929 pupils, and a capacity of 929 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

929

Pupils

929

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Yardleys School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Yardleys School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Birmingham. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 929 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 929 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Birmingham before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Yardleys School — School Information

Full address
Reddings Lane, Tyseley, Birmingham, B11 3EY
Local authority
Birmingham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
48% of pupils
DfE URN
139994

Other Secondary Schools in Birmingham

If Yardleys School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Birmingham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Yardleys School

Is Yardleys School oversubscribed?

Yes — Yardleys School currently has 929 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 929 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Yardleys School?

Admission to Yardleys School is managed by Birmingham. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Yardleys School cover?

Yardleys School is a secondary school in Birmingham, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Yardleys School?

Yardleys School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.