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.
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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.
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8:25 AM - 4 Jan 2022Latest News
15 Mar 2021Academy COVID-19 Information
Find all the Academy updates regarding COVID-19 (including all active Risk Assessments) here.
Continue Reading- 6 Dec 2021
Dovedale Centre Closure
Please read the update on the DD centre closure due to COVID-19
Continue Reading - 14 Oct 2021
Notice to Parkway Parents & Carers
Parkway Centre Re-Opening – Thursday 21st October 2021
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30 Sep 2021The Art Yard - Pupil Feature
Dovedale pupil's work selected for gallery relaunch
Continue Reading- 29 Sep 2021
Cyber Crime Guidance for Parents & Carers
Help your child make positive Cyber Choices
Continue Reading - 3 Sep 2021
SEND Event for Parents and Carers
Birmingham City Council and the Parent Carer Forum are holding an event for #SEND parents and carers on 15th September.
Continue Reading - 3 Sep 2021
Welcome Back (COVID Testing)
We look forward to welcoming all children back to school on Monday 6th September 2021.
Continue Reading - 22 Jul 2021
Results Day Arrangements - 2021
Please see below all the arrangements for the GCSE results day on 12th August 2021
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