Smestow Academy
URN: 149635 • Wolverhampton WV3 8HU
Overview
- Name
- Smestow Academy
- URN
- 149635
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Trust
- MATRIX ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 30.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ian Chamberlain (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01902539500
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Windmill Crescent, Wolverhampton WV3 8HU
Summary
Smestow Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Wolverhampton, serving 552 pupils with a capacity of 1,010. As an academy converter, it has undergone significant improvements, being recognized as one of the most improved schools in the country. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, with 53.90% of students eligible for free school meals, reflecting its engagement with the local community.
The curriculum at Smestow Academy is designed to provide a well-rounded education, focusing on both academic achievement and personal development. The school offers various extracurricular activities, including sports and cultural events, to enhance students' learning experiences. Additionally, Smestow Academy is associated with Barr Beacon SCITT, providing opportunities for teacher training and professional development, ensuring high-quality instruction for its students.
Parents can stay informed through the school's website, which features updates on events and important notices. Smestow Academy is dedicated to achieving success together with students, parents, and the wider community, aiming to prepare pupils for future challenges.
The curriculum at Smestow Academy is designed to provide a well-rounded education, focusing on both academic achievement and personal development. The school offers various extracurricular activities, including sports and cultural events, to enhance students' learning experiences. Additionally, Smestow Academy is associated with Barr Beacon SCITT, providing opportunities for teacher training and professional development, ensuring high-quality instruction for its students.
Parents can stay informed through the school's website, which features updates on events and important notices. Smestow Academy is dedicated to achieving success together with students, parents, and the wider community, aiming to prepare pupils for future challenges.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND Policy (sen)
- SEND Local Offer (sen)
- SEND information report - March 2024 (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Read More (calendar)
- Sixth Form Prospectus 2025-2026 (download)
- Equality Objectives (download)
- Whats on this Half Term (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
- 1010
- Pupils
- 552
- Boys
- 267
- Girls
- 285
- FSM %
- 53.90
- Open date
- 2023-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 552 | 267 | 285 | 1010 | 53.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 614 | 289 | 325 | 1010 | 47.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1010 |
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