James Brindley Academy
We work across 11 sites: Dovedale, Northfield and Parkway Teaching Centres and Hospitals Centres, including home teaching.
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Dovedale is a 81 placement provision for pupils with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) from upper KS2 (years 5 & 6), KS3 and KS4.
Find out MoreHospitals & Home Teaching
We provide access to education for children and young people, aged 2-19, in general and mental health hospitals across Birmingham and within the home (Short-Term Provision).
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Welcome to Northfield (KS3) and Parkway (KS4).
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At James Brindley Academy, our vision is to 'Think Differently' to inspire young people to overcome all barriers and achieve their dreams
About James Brindley
James Brindley Academy is a specialist academy which aims to provide a high quality education in a safe, supportive and aspirational environment for all children and young people unable to attend mainstream school because of health related or special educational needs.
We provide education for children and young people aged 2 – 19 who are in hospital or unable to attend mainstream school due to their medical conditions or special educational needs.
James Brindley Academy delivers education across 11 sites including teaching centres and hospitals throughout Birmingham.
Yay! I have two more work trips booked! @StroudHigh and @JBA_Live will be having THE BEST workshops! #art #performingarts #lockdowneasing #letsdothis #schools https://t.co/Nap0te68vY
12:35 PM - 5 May 2021PIPA Trial is exploring the effectiveness of an online resource for parents/carers to help reduce depression and anxiety in young people. The trial is being coordinated by the University of Warwick and involves families of young people aged 11-15 years. https://t.co/XOEb0oJGfc
10:38 AM - 23 Apr 2021We're excited to discuss the power of audiobooks in the first of a series of free webinars with Audible on 29 April from 4:30pm–5:30pm. Come along to hear about our research and how we're shaping our next steps. You can sign up here: https://t.co/5DreHCUXwP
10:20 AM - 19 Apr 2021We are recruiting for our new Assistant Principal – Teaching, Learning Assessment! https://t.co/rzEW0FdH2t #thinkdifferently #jba #workingforus #applynow https://t.co/yjVVNtnIqn
3:20 PM - 1 Apr 2021We are hiring! Science Teacher (maternity cover) https://t.co/qNrSN1KxIi SEN Teacher (Middle Years – Upper KS2 & KS3) https://t.co/M0HLwq4ejw #thinkdifferently #workingforus #jba #applynow https://t.co/CuRf5myJkP
3:17 PM - 1 Apr 2021Latest News
15 Mar 2021Academy COVID-19 Information
Find all the Academy updates regarding COVID-19 (including all active Risk Assessments) here.
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The PIPA Trial at JBA
The PIPA Trial is exploring the effectiveness of an online resource for parents/carers to help reduce depression and anxiety in young people.
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Update for Parents & Carers
Return to full opening from Monday 8th March 2021 (Please Read)
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Parkway Closure Update
Parkway Centre will reopen from tomorrow (26/01) to those pupils due to attend.
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School Closure Weather Update
PKW Centre will be closed tomorrow (25/01) click here for full update
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Changes to onsite provision from Monday 18th January 2021
Please see the letter for full details
Continue Reading - 5 Jan 2021
National Lockdown Update
Read the latest update regarding the recently imposed national lockdown.
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Changes to school reopening arrangements from 5th January 2021
See attached for full details
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