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
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.
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.
Useful links
- Our Virtual Tour (other)
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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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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