Beacon Hill Academy

URN: 137705 • Dudley DY3 1BP

Overview

Name
Beacon Hill Academy
URN
137705
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
DUDLEY ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sukhjot Dhami (since 2025) , Interim Headteacher
Telephone
01902677754
Website
Visit
Address
High Arcal Drive, Dudley DY3 1BP

Summary

Beacon Hill Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Dudley, with a current enrolment of 1,080 students and a capacity of 1,210. Established in 1961, the school has undergone significant changes, including its transition to an academy converter in 2017 under the Dudley Academies Trust. The academy is committed to fostering a supportive environment where every learner is valued and encouraged to achieve their potential.

The curriculum at Beacon Hill Academy offers a wide range of GCSE subjects, allowing students to explore their interests and talents. In addition to academic pursuits, the school provides various extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and the Duke of Edinburgh scheme, promoting a well-rounded education. The leadership team emphasizes the importance of student progress, and the academy has recently been recognized for achieving above-average progress rates compared to national standards.

Beacon Hill Academy is dedicated to continuous improvement, with recent investments in technology and plans for new facilities to enhance the learning experience. The school values community engagement and invites parents to participate in the educational journey, ensuring that students feel safe, supported, and inspired to succeed.

Key details

LA
Dudley
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
DUDLEY ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
1210
Pupils
1080
Boys
564
Girls
516
FSM %
36.40
Open date
2011-12-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-05-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1080 564 516 1210 36.40
2024-09-11 1068 564 504 1210 34.70
2023-09-11 1013 521 492 1210 28.50
2022-09-11 1013 521 492 1210 28.50
2021-09-11 1045 538 507 1210 26.70
2020-09-11 1101 571 530 1210 22.70

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