Highfields School
URN: 104386 • Wolverhampton WV4 4NT
Overview
- Name
- Highfields School
- URN
- 104386
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Graham Tate (since 2025) , Acting Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Boundary Way, Wolverhampton WV4 4NT
Summary
Highfields School is a mixed community secondary school located in Wolverhampton, with a capacity of 1,437 students. The school prides itself on being inclusive and supportive, emphasizing that every child matters. The Headteacher, Mr. S. Cope, highlights the school's commitment to nurturing individual talents and promoting a safe and happy learning environment. Highfields aims to provide a well-rounded education that extends beyond academic qualifications, focusing on developing confident, reflective, and curious young people.
The curriculum at Highfields is designed to be broad and sequenced, ensuring students acquire deep knowledge and skills across various subjects, including Maths, Science, Humanities, and Performing Arts. The school also offers numerous enrichment opportunities, encouraging students to engage in extracurricular activities that enhance their overall development.
Highfields School has a strong reputation for academic success, with students consistently achieving results above the national average. The supportive atmosphere fosters positive relationships among students and staff, contributing to a calm and productive learning environment. The school is dedicated to preparing students to make a positive impact in their communities and beyond.
The curriculum at Highfields is designed to be broad and sequenced, ensuring students acquire deep knowledge and skills across various subjects, including Maths, Science, Humanities, and Performing Arts. The school also offers numerous enrichment opportunities, encouraging students to engage in extracurricular activities that enhance their overall development.
Highfields School has a strong reputation for academic success, with students consistently achieving results above the national average. The supportive atmosphere fosters positive relationships among students and staff, contributing to a calm and productive learning environment. The school is dedicated to preparing students to make a positive impact in their communities and beyond.
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Nearby alternatives
- Wolverhampton Girls' High School (78.1)
- Wolverhampton Girls' High School (70.2)
- Highfields School (67.1)
- Heath Park (66.9)
- Coppice Performing Arts School (57.9)
Key details
- LA
- Wolverhampton
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1437
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2015-11-30
- Last Ofsted
- 2011-03-30
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1437 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 1437 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 1437 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 1437 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 1437 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 1437 |
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