Smestow School

URN: 140586 • Wolverhampton WV3 8HU

Overview

Name
Smestow School
URN
140586
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Serious Weaknesses
Ranking score
26.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jessie Chahal (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Windmill Crescent, Wolverhampton WV3 8HU

Summary

Smestow School is a mixed secondary academy located in Wolverhampton, with a current enrollment of 675 students and a capacity of 1,010. The school serves a diverse community, with 42.10% of pupils eligible for free school meals, indicating a significant level of socio-economic diversity. This context shapes the school's ethos, fostering an inclusive environment where all students are encouraged to thrive academically and personally.

The curriculum at Smestow School is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, equipping students with essential skills and knowledge for their future. The school emphasizes both academic achievement and personal development, offering a range of extracurricular activities to enhance student engagement and well-being. Support systems are in place to assist students in their learning journeys, ensuring that individual needs are met.

As an academy converter, Smestow School operates with greater autonomy, allowing for tailored educational approaches that reflect the needs of its students and the local community. The school is committed to fostering strong relationships with parents and local stakeholders, aiming to create a supportive network that benefits all learners.

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Key details

LA
Wolverhampton
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1010
Pupils
675
Boys
332
Girls
343
FSM %
42.10
Open date
2014-02-01
Close date
2022-12-31
Last Ofsted
2022-09-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 675 332 343 1010 42.10
2024-09-11 675 332 343 1010 42.10
2023-09-11 675 332 343 1010 42.10
2022-09-11 675 332 343 1010 42.10
2021-09-11 722 361 361 1010 36.00
2020-09-11 862 446 416 1010 28.10

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