Wood Green Academy

URN: 136616 • Wednesbury WS10 9QU

Overview

Name
Wood Green Academy
URN
136616
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
WOOD GREEN ACADEMY
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
66.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
James Topham (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01215564131
Website
Visit
Address
Wood Green Road, Wednesbury WS10 9QU

Summary

Wood Green Academy, located in Wednesbury, Sandwell, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,522 students, slightly below its capacity of 1,530. The academy operates as an academy converter and has a strong focus on academic achievement, particularly in Sport, Maths, and Computing. The Headteacher, Mr. James Topham, who has been with the school since 1997, emphasizes the importance of hard work and resilience among students, which is reflected in their GCSE and A Level results.

The academy prides itself on fostering a thirst for knowledge and providing a wide range of extracurricular opportunities, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their future pursuits, whether in higher education or apprenticeships. Over 90% of A Level students have secured university placements, highlighting the effectiveness of the school's academic support and guidance.

With a significant portion of its student body (32.7%) eligible for free school meals, Wood Green Academy is committed to inclusivity and community engagement, working closely with parents, carers, and local stakeholders to support student success both academically and personally.

Key details

LA
Sandwell
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
WOOD GREEN ACADEMY
Capacity
1530
Pupils
1522
Boys
809
Girls
713
FSM %
32.70
Open date
2011-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-02-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1522 809 713 1530 32.70
2024-09-11 1530 817 713 1530 28.90
2023-09-11 1546 848 698 1530 23.90
2022-09-11 1546 848 698 1530 23.90
2021-09-11 1507 797 710 1530 21.90
2020-09-11 1459 764 695 1530 19.00

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