Lift Percy Shurmer Academy is a vibrant primary school situated on Longmore Street in the heart of Birmingham's Balsall Heath. The school serves a diverse urban community and offers education to children aged 3 to 11. As an academy sponsor-led institution, it caters to a mixed-gender student body, with approximately 457 pupils enrolled, just shy of its full capacity of 460. The academy prides itself on embracing inclusivity and diversity, highlighted by the fact that 67.5% of its students are eligible for free school meals. This reflects the school's commitment to supporting families within the community. The urban setting of the school provides a culturally rich environment that mirrors the community it serves, enhancing students' educational experiences through exposure to diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
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Compiled from official UK government data (GIAS), Ofsted inspection records, and information from the school's own website. AI-generated editorial content is reviewed for accuracy. Last verified 1 May 2026. Spot an error? Let us know.
2 published inspections on file since November 2019.
S5 Inspection
Monitoring visit — previous rating confirmed· Section 8 (did not convert)