FavSchools
School profile

Sandwell Academy

SecondaryData as of May 2026
Sandwell Academy logo

Sandwell Academy

Halfords Lane, West Bromwich, B71 4LG

Academy sponsor led · Ages 11–18 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted
Good
May 2024

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

Academic picture

48.9school · 46.0 national reference

Attainment 8 · 2024/25. Average GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage.

Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

Explore results and trends

Before you apply

Confirm entry-year admission rules, places and selection requirements with the school or local authority.

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
48.9
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
21.7%
Basics 9-5
51.5%

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

48.9

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
View data by year
Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/2347.946.4
2023/2447.746.4
2024/2548.946.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

SchoolNational reference
View data by year
Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/23+0.010.00
2023/24-0.130.00
2024/25Not availableNot available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
56.9%
EBacc APS
4.42
EBacc 9-5
23.3%
EBacc 9-4
38.6%
How to read Progress 8 vs Attainment 8Two numbers, two different stories. The 6-min explainer for parents.

A-Level Results (Post-16)

Key A-Level performance measures— 2024/25

APS per Entry
34.73
A*-A Grades
17.7%
A*-B Grades
49.1%
AAB+ %
14.5%

APS per Entry

National avgSelective avg

Grade Distribution (%)

A*-A% / A*-B% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

Based on 214 students entered

Community & Reviews

What parents say and who teaches here

Location & Area

Explore the neighbourhood around the school

Data shown for guidance only · confirm details with the school before applying

Nearby secondary schools

Closest alternatives within 15 km.

V.A.S.E Academy
0.48 km away · Other independent school
Sandwell Valley School
0.82 km away · Other independent school
St John Wall Catholic School
1.39 km away · Voluntary aided school
Good
Holyhead School
1.48 km away · Academy converter
Good
Sandwell College
1.76 km away · Further education

Most parents compare a few schools before deciding. Put this school side by side with nearby alternatives — available results, intake and location in one view.

Open compare tool

About Sandwell Academy

Sandwell Academy is a secondary school in West Bromwich, Sandwell. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 48.9. The school has around 1,461 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Explore on mapLeague tablesCompare schools

Location: Halfords Lane, West Bromwich, B71 4LG | More schools in Sandwell

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Sandwell Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. May 2024 — Good
  2. Jan 2014 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Schools near Sandwell Academy

Other open schools within 15 km, matched to this school's phase where known.

Frequently asked questions about Sandwell Academy

What is Sandwell Academy's Ofsted rating?
Sandwell Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.
What are Sandwell Academy's latest exam results?
Sandwell Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 48.9. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is Sandwell Academy located?
Sandwell Academy is a secondary school in West Bromwich, Sandwell (B71 4LG).
How many pupils attend Sandwell Academy?
Sandwell Academy has around 1,461 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Sandwell Academy with other schools?
View Sandwell Academy's full profile on FavSchools for available results and school details, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Sandwell.