Wednesfield Academy
URN: 141245 • Wolverhampton WV11 3ES
Overview
- Name
- Wednesfield Academy
- URN
- 141245
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- MATRIX ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 41.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Joe Phillips (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01902558222
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Lichfield Road, Wolverhampton WV11 3ES
Summary
Wednesfield Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Wolverhampton, serving approximately 1,020 students with a capacity of 1,050. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, with 45.1% of its pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its dedication to serving the local community. The academy's ethos centres around "Changing Lives, Shaping Futures," aiming to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed for their future endeavors.
The curriculum at Wednesfield Academy is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, preparing students for both GCSEs and A-levels. The school celebrates academic achievements, with events such as GCSE and A-Level results days highlighting student success. Additionally, the academy offers various extracurricular activities, including workshops and awards, to enhance students' personal development and engagement.
Wednesfield Academy also plays a role in teacher training through its partnership with Barr Beacon SCITT, ensuring that the next generation of educators is well-prepared. The school encourages parental involvement and communication, providing regular updates through newsletters and events, fostering a strong sense of community.
The curriculum at Wednesfield Academy is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, preparing students for both GCSEs and A-levels. The school celebrates academic achievements, with events such as GCSE and A-Level results days highlighting student success. Additionally, the academy offers various extracurricular activities, including workshops and awards, to enhance students' personal development and engagement.
Wednesfield Academy also plays a role in teacher training through its partnership with Barr Beacon SCITT, ensuring that the next generation of educators is well-prepared. The school encourages parental involvement and communication, providing regular updates through newsletters and events, fostering a strong sense of community.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND Information Report (sen)
- Essential Resource Materials (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Macmillan Events (calendar)
- Open Events 2025 (calendar)
- Autumn Term 2024 – Pupil Voice (download)
- Equality Objectives (download)
- Spring Term 2025 - Pupil Voice (download)
- Prospectus 2026-2027 (download)
Nearby alternatives
- Wolverhampton Girls' High School (78.1)
- Wolverhampton Girls' High School (70.2)
- Highfields School (67.1)
- Heath Park (66.9)
- Highfields School (60.2)
Key details
- LA
- Wolverhampton
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- MATRIX ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 1050
- Pupils
- 1020
- Boys
- 534
- Girls
- 486
- FSM %
- 45.10
- Open date
- 2015-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-11-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1020 | 534 | 486 | 1050 | 45.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1066 | 567 | 499 | 1050 | 42.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 994 | 542 | 452 | 1050 | 36.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 994 | 542 | 452 | 1050 | 36.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 892 | 479 | 413 | 1050 | 30.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 821 | 444 | 377 | 1050 | 27.50 |
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