New Ways School
School summary
With just 38 pupils on roll, New Ways School is among the smallest independent schools in Birmingham, offering a notably intimate setting where every child is easily known. The mixed, non-denominational school takes pupils from age 11 and is led by headteacher Miss Michelle Woodward. Inspected by the ISI rather than Ofsted, it operates on a day basis with no boarding provision. For families seeking a small, close-knit alternative to larger Birmingham schools, the scale here is its defining feature.
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Teaching & academics
New Ways School offers 11+ entry, taking pupils from age 11. Its very small roll means teaching takes place in small groups, with scope for close individual attention. As an independent school, it is overseen by the Independent Schools Inspectorate.
Head · Miss Michelle Woodward
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
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New Ways School 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.