Sandwell Academy
URN: 134993 • West Bromwich B71 4LG
Overview
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- James Saunders (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01215251700
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Halfords Lane, West Bromwich B71 4LG
Summary
Sandwell Academy is a mixed secondary school located in West Bromwich, Sandwell, with a current enrolment of 1,461 students, exceeding its capacity of 1,250. As an academy sponsor-led institution, it aims to provide a high-quality education tailored to the needs of its diverse student body. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive environment, with approximately 29.8% of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its dedication to supporting students from various socio-economic backgrounds.
The curriculum at Sandwell Academy is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for future success. It offers a broad range of subjects, ensuring that students can pursue their interests while meeting national educational standards. The school places a strong emphasis on academic achievement, personal development, and preparing students for further education or the workforce.
Community engagement is a key aspect of Sandwell Academy's ethos. The school actively collaborates with local organisations and families to enhance the educational experience and support student well-being. This commitment to community involvement helps create a nurturing environment where students can thrive both academically and personally. For more information, visit their website at [Sandwell Academy](http://www.sandwellacademy.com/).
The curriculum at Sandwell Academy is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for future success. It offers a broad range of subjects, ensuring that students can pursue their interests while meeting national educational standards. The school places a strong emphasis on academic achievement, personal development, and preparing students for further education or the workforce.
Community engagement is a key aspect of Sandwell Academy's ethos. The school actively collaborates with local organisations and families to enhance the educational experience and support student well-being. This commitment to community involvement helps create a nurturing environment where students can thrive both academically and personally. For more information, visit their website at [Sandwell Academy](http://www.sandwellacademy.com/).
Useful links
- SEN at Sandwell Academy (sen)
- A-Level Results Day Information (download)
- Course Confirmation Grid (download)
- Course Entry Requirements (download)
- Year 13 Results Day Flyer (download)
- Year 12 Results Day Flyer (download)
- GCSE Results Day Information (download)
- Letter to Year 11 (download)
- Letter to Year 11 (download)
- Sixth Form Bridging Work (download)
Key details
- LA
- Sandwell
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THOMAS TELFORD MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 1250
- Pupils
- 1461
- Boys
- 806
- Girls
- 655
- FSM %
- 29.80
- Open date
- 2006-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-07-14 | 1461 | 806 | 655 | 1250 | 29.80 |
2024-09-11 | 1384 | 762 | 622 | 1250 | 24.60 |
2023-09-11 | 1362 | 726 | 636 | 1250 | 21.20 |
2022-09-11 | 1362 | 726 | 636 | 1250 | 21.20 |
2021-09-11 | 1336 | 703 | 633 | 1250 | 18.10 |
2020-09-11 | 1275 | 672 | 603 | 1250 | 15.10 |
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