Q3 Academy Tipton
URN: 146383 • Tipton DY4 7NR
Overview
- Name
- Q3 Academy Tipton
- URN
- 146383
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE MERCIAN TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 45.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Adam Slack (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01215211540
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Alexandra Road, Tipton DY4 7NR
Summary
Q3 Academy Tipton is a mixed secondary academy located in Tipton, Sandwell, with a current enrolment of 1,558 students and a capacity of 1,550. The school is part of the Mercian Trust and aims to prepare pupils to thrive in various aspects of life, fostering a supportive environment where every student is encouraged to reach their full potential. The academy prioritises academic rigour and personal development, ensuring that students engage in a broad and challenging curriculum.
The school's ethos is built around four core values: Ambition, Kindness, Resilience, and Respect. These values guide the community in promoting a culture of high expectations and mutual support among students, staff, and families. Q3 Academy Tipton also offers a range of extracurricular activities to enhance students' experiences beyond the classroom, preparing them for future challenges.
With a commitment to inclusivity and diversity, Q3 Academy Tipton strives to create a safe and enriching environment where all students can thrive academically and personally. The school actively engages with the local community, encouraging students to contribute positively to society.
The school's ethos is built around four core values: Ambition, Kindness, Resilience, and Respect. These values guide the community in promoting a culture of high expectations and mutual support among students, staff, and families. Q3 Academy Tipton also offers a range of extracurricular activities to enhance students' experiences beyond the classroom, preparing them for future challenges.
With a commitment to inclusivity and diversity, Q3 Academy Tipton strives to create a safe and enriching environment where all students can thrive academically and personally. The school actively engages with the local community, encouraging students to contribute positively to society.
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Nearby alternatives
- Alexandra High School and Sixth Form Centre (45.2)
- Willingsworth High School (45.2)
- The ACE Academy (42.6)
- Gospel Oak School (29.7)
Key details
- LA
- Sandwell
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- Not applicable
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE MERCIAN TRUST
- Capacity
- 1550
- Pupils
- 1558
- Boys
- 762
- Girls
- 796
- FSM %
- 45.30
- Open date
- 2018-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-12-07
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1558 | 762 | 796 | 1550 | 45.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1587 | 772 | 815 | 1550 | 42.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1494 | 773 | 721 | 1550 | 36.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1494 | 773 | 721 | 1550 | 36.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1424 | 731 | 693 | 1438 | 33.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1412 | 719 | 693 | 1438 | 30.00 |
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