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Beacon Hill Academy

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Beacon Hill Academy

High Arcal Drive, Sedgley, Dudley, DY3 1BP

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Pupils
1,080
Ages
11-16
FSM
36.4%
Attainment 8
40.9
Ofsted
Good
May 2024

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
40.9
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
13.5%
Basics 9-5
44.9%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

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

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
6.5%
EBacc APS
3.25
EBacc 9-5
3.2%
EBacc 9-4
4.9%
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About Beacon Hill Academy

Beacon Hill Academy is a secondary school in Dudley, Dudley. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 40.9. The school has around 1,080 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: High Arcal Drive, Dudley, DY3 1BP | More schools in Dudley

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. May 2024 — Good
  2. Nov 2021 — Requires improvement
  3. Nov 2015 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Beacon Hill Academy

What is Beacon Hill Academy's Ofsted rating?
Beacon Hill Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.
What are Beacon Hill Academy's latest exam results?
Beacon Hill Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 40.9. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Beacon Hill Academy located?
Beacon Hill Academy is a secondary school in Dudley, Dudley (DY3 1BP).
How many pupils attend Beacon Hill Academy?
Beacon Hill Academy has around 1,080 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Beacon Hill Academy with other schools?
View Beacon Hill Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Dudley.