Aston University Engineering Academy
Secondary · University technical college · Ages 13–19 · Birmingham
Aston University Engineering Academy is a secondary school in Birmingham for ages 13–19 (university technical college).
Key facts
- Address
- 1 Lister Street, Birmingham, B7 4AG
- Type
- University technical college
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 13–19
- Sector
- See recorded establishment type
- Admissions policy
- Non-selective
- Council
- Birmingham
- Pupils on roll
- 1,010 January 2026 school census
- Free school meals
- 43% of pupils eligible
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.9
Official record: Get Information about Schools · as at 15 September 2026
Ofsted
No Ofsted grade Inspected 24 February 2026
Strengths
- “Pupils enjoy learning and achieve well at this welcoming school.”
- “They are well supported by teachers and value the advice and guidance they receive.”
- “The curriculum enables pupils to engage in learning that supports their aspirations.”
To improve
- “Leaders should continue to refine teaching so that pupils build their knowledge and skills with even more depth and confidence as they move through the curriculum.”
Safeguarding: met
Quoted from the Ofsted report published 27 April 2026 (read the report). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.
Exam results
| Measure | School | England |
|---|---|---|
| GCSE English and maths, grade 5 or above (2024/25) | 48% | 45% |
| Attainment 8 score (2024/25) | 44.1 | 46 |
| A level average grade (2024/25) | C | B- |
Department for Education school performance data. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
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Nearby secondary schools
Straight-line distance, in Birmingham.
- Birmingham Ormiston Academy 0.4 mi Good
- BOA Digital Technologies Academy 0.4 mi Not judged Last distance published
- E-ACT Heartlands Academy 0.5 mi Not judged Last distance published
- Aston Manor Academy 0.5 mi Standards maintained Last distance published
- Nishkam High School 1.0 mi Not judged Last distance published
- King Edward VI Aston School 1.0 mi Outstanding Last distance published
- Holte School 1.0 mi Good Last distance published
- Jewellery Quarter Academy 1.2 mi Not judged Last distance published