Gospel Oak School

URN: 135599 • Tipton DY4 0BZ

Overview

Name
Gospel Oak School
URN
135599
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
CENTRAL REGION SCHOOLS TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Serious Weaknesses
Ranking score
29.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Stephen Brownlow (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01215561351
Website
Visit
Address
Bilston Road, Tipton DY4 0BZ

Summary

Gospel Oak School is a mixed secondary academy located in Tipton, Sandwell, accommodating 1,210 students with a capacity of 1,400. The school caters to students aged 11-18 and is committed to providing a high-quality education underpinned by strong pastoral care. The ethos of the school is built around core values of Respect, Pride, and Aspiration, fostering an inclusive environment where all students are encouraged to achieve their best.

The curriculum at Gospel Oak School is broad and balanced, designed to maximize student potential both academically and personally. The school emphasizes Quality First Teaching and incorporates the KASE principles—Knowledge, Attitudes, Skills, and Experience—into its educational approach. Additionally, various programmes focus on social justice, student leadership, and career education, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their future.

As part of the Central Region Schools Trust, Gospel Oak School aims to serve its local community while promoting social mobility and equality. The school actively collaborates with the Local Authority to maintain effective admissions processes and ensure that all children have access to an excellent education, regardless of their background.

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Key details

LA
Sandwell
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
CENTRAL REGION SCHOOLS TRUST
Capacity
1400
Pupils
1210
Boys
624
Girls
586
FSM %
44.60
Open date
2008-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-10-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1210 624 586 1400 44.60
2024-09-11 1217 633 584 1400 41.10
2023-09-11 1261 648 613 1400 35.30
2022-09-11 1261 648 613 1400 35.30
2021-09-11 1195 602 593 1400 31.00
2020-09-11 1088 555 533 1400 25.90

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