Ormiston Forge Academy

URN: 137673 • Cradley Heath B64 6QU

Overview

Name
Ormiston Forge Academy
URN
137673
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
ORMISTON ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lisa Mason (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01384566598
Website
Visit
Address
Wrights Lane, Cradley Heath B64 6QU

Summary

Ormiston Forge Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Cradley Heath, Sandwell, with a current enrolment of approximately 1,686 students aged 11 to 19. The academy operates under a sponsor-led model and has a capacity for 1,950 pupils. It has received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted in multiple inspections, reflecting its commitment to quality education and student development.

The academy promotes core values of resilience, aspiration, and respect, fostering a supportive environment where students are encouraged to believe in themselves and engage with diverse opportunities. Ormiston Forge Academy is dedicated to inclusivity, welcoming students from various backgrounds and faiths, and actively working to eliminate discrimination within its community.

In addition to academic excellence, the academy emphasizes the importance of British values, encouraging students to develop self-awareness, respect for others, and a sense of responsibility. The curriculum is designed to provide a broad education while also promoting social action and community involvement, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their future roles as responsible citizens.

Key details

LA
Sandwell
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
ORMISTON ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
1950
Pupils
1686
Boys
848
Girls
838
FSM %
39.80
Open date
2012-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-10-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1686 848 838 1950 39.80
2024-09-11 1686 860 826 1950 35.60
2023-09-11 1654 839 815 1950 30.20
2022-09-11 1654 839 815 1950 30.20
2021-09-11 1635 850 785 1950 29.10
2020-09-11 1577 831 746 1950 26.00

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