Smith's Wood Academy

URN: 143895 • Birmingham B36 0UE

Overview

Name
Smith's Wood Academy
URN
143895
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
FAIRFAX MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Special Measures
Ranking score
20.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Stephen Huntington (since 2025) , Head of Academy
Telephone
01217884100
Website
Visit
Address
Windward Way, Birmingham B36 0UE

Summary

Smith's Wood Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Solihull, Birmingham, and is part of the Fairfax Multi-Academy Trust. With a current enrolment of 744 students and a capacity of 1,000, the academy aims to provide a comprehensive education for students in years 7 to 11, with access to Fairfax Academy Sixth Form for years 12 and 13. The school prides itself on its modern facilities, which support a diverse curriculum designed to foster academic excellence and personal development.

The academy's ethos is built around core values of respect, ambition, and resilience, guiding both staff and students in their daily activities. Smith's Wood Academy emphasizes the importance of hard work, integrity, and tradition, striving to create a supportive environment where students can thrive academically and socially.

With a significant percentage of students (60.9%) eligible for free school meals, the academy is committed to addressing the needs of its community and ensuring that all students have access to quality education and support. Parents can stay informed about school activities and updates through various online platforms and the academy's website.

Key details

LA
Solihull
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
FAIRFAX MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1000
Pupils
744
Boys
351
Girls
393
FSM %
60.90
Open date
2017-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 744 351 393 1000 60.90
2024-09-11 781 372 409 1000 58.80
2023-09-11 918 462 456 1000 52.50
2022-09-11 918 462 456 1000 52.50
2021-09-11 950 465 485 1000 46.90
2020-09-11 966 482 484 1400 38.80

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