Holly Lodge High School College of Science
URN: 104018 • Smethwick B67 7JG
Overview
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Imran Iqbal (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01215580691
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Holly Lane, Smethwick B67 7JG
Summary
Holly Lodge High School College of Science, located in Smethwick, Sandwell, is a mixed foundation secondary school with a current enrolment of 1,643 pupils and a capacity of 1,650. The school emphasizes ambition, opportunity, and community, aiming to provide a supportive environment where students can achieve their potential. The Headteacher, Imran Iqbal, highlights the importance of education in transforming lives and is committed to fostering a culture of high expectations and inclusivity.
The school offers a diverse curriculum, including a range of pathways for post-16 education in its Sixth Form. Students can choose from A Level programmes, Level 3 BTEC courses, or a combination of both, ensuring that there are suitable options for various academic abilities. The Sixth Form is designed to provide a stimulating environment, with well-qualified staff and excellent resources to support student learning and progress.
Holly Lodge High School aims to be at the heart of its community, working closely with local families to enhance educational opportunities. The school encourages parental engagement and values partnerships that contribute to the overall development of its students. For more information, visit their website at www.holly-lodge.org.
The school offers a diverse curriculum, including a range of pathways for post-16 education in its Sixth Form. Students can choose from A Level programmes, Level 3 BTEC courses, or a combination of both, ensuring that there are suitable options for various academic abilities. The Sixth Form is designed to provide a stimulating environment, with well-qualified staff and excellent resources to support student learning and progress.
Holly Lodge High School aims to be at the heart of its community, working closely with local families to enhance educational opportunities. The school encourages parental engagement and values partnerships that contribute to the overall development of its students. For more information, visit their website at www.holly-lodge.org.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Seneca Class Codes – Yr7 (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Meningitis ACWY and Diphtheria, Tetanus and Polio vaccination (download)
- Support You May be Eligible For (download)
- Subject – Reading Lists (download)
- Admission Policy September – 2025-2026 (download)
- How to make an appointment for Parent Consultation Evening (download)
- Safety advice and support (download)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Shireland Collegiate Academy (66.2)
- Shireland Language College (45.2)
- Holly Lodge High School (37.5)
- Smethwick Hall Boys' School (37.5)
- Smethwick Hall Girls' School (37.5)
Key details
- LA
- Sandwell
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- The Smethwick Health and Wellbeing Education Trust
- Capacity
- 1650
- Pupils
- 1643
- Boys
- 831
- Girls
- 812
- FSM %
- 42.60
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-03-03
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1643 | 831 | 812 | 1650 | 42.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1618 | 826 | 792 | 1590 | 39.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1544 | 817 | 727 | 1590 | 32.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1544 | 817 | 727 | 1590 | 32.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1536 | 816 | 720 | 1590 | 29.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1517 | 828 | 689 | 1590 | 25.90 |
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