Walsall Academy

URN: 133697 • Walsall WS3 3LX

Overview

Name
Walsall Academy
URN
133697
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THOMAS TELFORD MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
49.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Simon Topper (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01922493910
Website
Visit
Address
Lichfield Road, Walsall WS3 3LX

Summary

Walsall Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Walsall, with a current enrolment of 1,418 students, exceeding its capacity of 1,350. The academy is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment, as evidenced by its anti-racism statement and focus on safeguarding students. With 38.9% of pupils eligible for free school meals, Walsall Academy aims to address diverse needs and promote equality within its community.

The academy offers a broad curriculum, including A levels, BTEC qualifications, and T Levels, with a notable value-added score of +0.58 at A level, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally for student progress. Walsall Academy encourages students to engage in various extracurricular activities, fostering a well-rounded education that extends beyond the classroom.

Walsall Academy actively seeks to involve parents and the local community, providing opportunities for involvement through events and communication. The academy's ethos centres on the belief that "everybody is a somebody," promoting individual growth and achievement for all students. For more information, visit their website at http://www.walsallacademy.com.

Key details

LA
Walsall
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
THOMAS TELFORD MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1350
Pupils
1418
Boys
724
Girls
694
FSM %
38.90
Open date
2003-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-11-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1418 724 694 1350 38.90
2024-09-11 1382 689 693 1350 35.80
2023-09-11 1365 676 689 1350 29.80
2022-09-11 1365 676 689 1350 29.80
2021-09-11 1369 675 694 1200 27.20
2020-09-11 1312 653 659 1200 23.10

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