West Bromwich Collegiate Academy

URN: 147182 • West Bromwich B70 7LE

Overview

Name
West Bromwich Collegiate Academy
URN
147182
Type
Free schools
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
SHIRELAND COLLEGIATE ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
George Faux (since 2025)
Telephone
01213934850
Website
Visit
Address
Kelvin Way, West Bromwich B70 7LE

Summary

West Bromwich Collegiate Academy (WBCA) is a mixed secondary free school located in West Bromwich, Sandwell, with a current enrolment of 779 students, exceeding its capacity of 750. The academy is dedicated to providing an inclusive education, catering to students of all abilities while focusing on academic fundamentals and equipping them with relevant skills for the future.

The school is part of the Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust and emphasizes a safe and respectful environment where students can thrive. WBCA is also an Operation Encompass Academy, offering support for victims of domestic violence, highlighting its commitment to the well-being of its students and the wider community.

In addition to academic support, WBCA provides various extracurricular opportunities and resources for families, including study support sessions for Year 11 students. The academy aims for excellence in education, with high expectations for both students and staff, ensuring that every individual receives the best possible educational experience. For further information, parents can visit the school's website at www.WBCA.School.

Key details

LA
Sandwell
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
SHIRELAND COLLEGIATE ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
750
Pupils
779
Boys
407
Girls
372
FSM %
35.90
Open date
2019-09-02
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-21
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 779 407 372 750 35.90
2024-09-11 801 411 390 750 35.50
2023-09-11 488 249 239 750 31.80
2022-09-11 488 249 239 750 31.80
2021-09-11 331 168 163 750 32.00
2020-09-11 175 82 93 750 28.00

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