| Barr's Hill School | |
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| Location | |
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Radford Road , , CV1 4BU | |
| Coordinates | 52°24′55″N 1°30′59″W / 52.4153°N 1.5163°W |
| Information | |
| Type | Academy |
| Established | October 1908 |
| Local authority | Coventry City Council |
| Trust | The Futures Trust |
| Department for Education URN | 142339 Tables |
| Ofsted | Reports |
| Headteacher | Chris Jupp |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Age | 11 to 18 |
| Enrolment | 1000 |
| Colour(s) | Navy and light blue |
| Former name | Barr's Hill Grammar School |
| Website | http://www.barrshill.coventry.sch.uk |
Barr's Hill School is a mixed secondary school and sixth form located in Radford, Coventry, England.[1]
History
[edit]Barr's Hill School was founded in 1908 as a girls' grammar school in Coventry. Over the years, it transitioned into a mixed comprehensive school. In 2015, Barr's Hill School became part of The Futures Trust, a multi-academy trust.
Curriculum and Enrichment
[edit]The curriculum is supplemented by extracurricular activities, including:
• Sports Teams: Opportunities for students to participate in competitive sports, with facilities for football, athletics, and more.
• Performing Arts: Extensive music tuition programme, drama productions, and the annual Futures Trust Arts Festival.
• Academic Competitions: Participation in various academic challenges and clubs, such as debate and public speaking.
• Leadership Initiatives: Programs like student leadership teams, mentoring, and community service projects.
References
[edit]- ^ AA Street by Street. Coventry Rugby (2nd ed.). AA Publishing. May 2003. p. 30. ISBN 0-7495-3973-9.
- ^ "Home - Barr's Hill School". Retrieved 14 August 2025.
- ^ Stretton, Rachel (19 April 2024). "Coventry school earns 'outstanding' Ofsted rating after inspectors left 'in awe'". Coventry Live. Retrieved 14 August 2025.
- ^ Ofsted Communications Team (13 August 2024). "Find an inspection report and registered childcare". reports.ofsted.gov.uk. Retrieved 14 August 2025.