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
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.
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.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND Settling In Evening – 14th October 2025 (sen)
- News & Events (calendar)
- WBCA Prospectus (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Cookie Policy (other)
- Term Dates and the Academy Day (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Provider Access Policy (other)
- Academy Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Phoenix Collegiate (65.6)
- George Salter Academy (64.3)
- Sandwell Academy (62.6)
- Churchfields High School (45.2)
- George Collegiate Academy (45.2)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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