City United Academy (CUA)
School summary
City United Academy, known as CUA, is a notably small independent school in Birmingham, with around 27 pupils on roll. A roll of this size points to an intimate setting where pupils are likely to be known individually by staff. Entry is at age 11, and as a fee-paying school it sits outside the state system.
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Places are limited and demand is high, so exam performance is what sets candidates apart. Passmate turns the months ahead into ten focused minutes a day on the exact topics this school tests.
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Teaching & academics
CUA admits pupils at 11 through an entry process, so families should expect an assessment at this stage. With so few pupils on roll, class sizes are likely to be small, allowing close attention to each child.
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
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A small, independent option in Birmingham for families who value a close-knit environment at secondary entry.
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City United Academy (CUA) 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.