The Phoenix Collegiate

URN: 136091 • West Bromwich B71 2BX

Overview

Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Ofsted rating
n/a
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Michael Smith (since 2025)
Telephone
01215888384
Website
Visit
Address
Clarkes Lane, West Bromwich B71 2BX

Summary

The Phoenix Collegiate is a multicultural foundation school located in North West Bromwich, serving approximately 1,950 students aged 11 to 19. Opened in September 2010, it has quickly gained recognition as one of the most rapidly improving schools in the West Midlands, thanks to its commitment to enhancing teaching quality and providing engaging learning experiences. The school operates with a capacity of 2,008 and has a significant proportion of students (43.10%) eligible for free school meals, reflecting its diverse community.

The school prides itself on fostering an environment where academic success is balanced with character development. With state-of-the-art facilities completed in 2019, Phoenix Collegiate emphasizes the importance of both qualifications and personal growth. The curriculum is designed to challenge students and prepare them for future opportunities, supported by various extracurricular activities, including a successful Combined Cadet Force (CCF) program.

Community engagement is a key aspect of Phoenix Collegiate's ethos, as evidenced by its achievement of the Leading Parent Partnership Award. The school encourages parental involvement and offers opportunities for visits and tours, aiming to create a supportive and inclusive atmosphere for all students.

Key details

LA
Sandwell
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
2008
Pupils
1920
Boys
972
Girls
948
FSM %
43.10
Open date
2010-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1920 972 948 2008 43.10
2024-09-11 1937 954 983 2008 41.00
2023-09-11 1929 948 981 2008 34.30
2022-09-11 1929 948 981 2008 34.30
2021-09-11 1933 927 1006 2008 32.40
2020-09-11 1847 927 920 2008 27.70

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