The Meadows School

URN: 132231 • Oldbury B69 3BU

Overview

Name
The Meadows School
URN
132231
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
44.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
James Horspool (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01215697080
Website
Visit
Address
The Meadows School, Dudley Road East, Oldbury B69 3BU

Summary

The Meadows School, located in Oldbury, Sandwell, is a community special school catering to students aged 11-19 with complex, profound, and multiple learning difficulties. The school supports a diverse range of needs, including communication challenges, autism, sensory impairments, and acute medical conditions. With a current enrolment of 223 pupils, the school operates above its capacity of 215, reflecting its commitment to providing tailored educational experiences.

The ethos of The Meadows School centres on recognising each student as an individual and promoting their independence through purposeful choices. The dedicated staff focus on celebrating individual achievements and progress, fostering a supportive environment for all learners. The school prioritises safeguarding and has robust policies in place to ensure the welfare of its students.

In addition to its educational offerings, The Meadows School actively engages with families and the wider community, ensuring that parents and carers are involved in their children's education. The school is committed to continuous improvement and regularly reviews its practices to enhance the learning outcomes for all students. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.

Key details

LA
Sandwell
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
215
Pupils
223
Boys
164
Girls
59
FSM %
54.10
Open date
2000-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-07-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 223 164 59 215 54.10
2024-09-11 215 151 64 215 47.60
2023-09-11 207 146 61 215 52.90
2022-09-11 207 146 61 208 52.90
2021-09-11 185 136 49 185 53.30
2020-09-11 177 126 51 185 51.20

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