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Local Authority
Trust Information
Priestley Smith School is a Local Authority maintained school
Authority
Birmingham
TypeCommunity special school
Age Range2–19
Governance
Birmingham — Local Authority Maintained
Priestley Smith School is a community special school maintained by Birmingham. It is not part of a Multi-Academy Trust. The school is governed by a local governing body and receives its funding through the local authority formula.
Local Authority
Birmingham
Type
Community special school
Age Range
2–19
Religious Character
Does not apply
What This Means
💰 Funding
Funded through the local funding formula, with additional grants for Pupil Premium and SEN support.
📋 Admissions
Admissions are managed by the Local Authority. The school follows the council's coordinated admissions process.
🏛️ Governance
Governed by a local governing body including parent governors, staff governors, and LA-appointed governors.