SecondaryData as of May 2026

Brownhills Ormiston Academy

Deakin Avenue, Brownhills, Walsall, WS8 7QG

Academy converter · Ages 11–16 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted

Good

Jun 2013

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

Academic picture

37.0school · 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.

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

37.0

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

7.9%

Basics 9-5

33.3%

Exam attainment

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

School · 2024/25

37.0

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference

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Attainment 8 values by academic year
Year	School	National
2022/23	38.3	46.4
2023/24	36.3	46.4
2024/25	37.0	46.0

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

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Progress 8 values by academic year
Year	School	National
2022/23	-0.38	0.00
2023/24	-0.46	0.00
2024/25	Not available	Not 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

13.8%

EBacc APS

3.17

EBacc 9-5

4.1%

EBacc 9-4

7.3%

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About Brownhills Ormiston Academy

Brownhills Ormiston Academy is a secondary school in Walsall, Walsall. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2013 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 72 responses), 76% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 37.0. The school has around 744 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Deakin Avenue, Walsall, WS8 7QG | More schools in Walsall

Ofsted inspection history

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

Oct 2024 — Some aspects not as strong
Jun 2013 — Good (predecessor: Brownhills School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Brownhills Ormiston Academy

What is Brownhills Ormiston Academy's Ofsted rating?

Brownhills Ormiston Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2013 inspection.

What do parents say about Brownhills Ormiston Academy?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 72 responses): 76% of parents would recommend Brownhills Ormiston Academy.

What are Brownhills Ormiston Academy's latest exam results?

Brownhills Ormiston Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 37.0. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Brownhills Ormiston Academy located?

Brownhills Ormiston Academy is a secondary school in Walsall, Walsall (WS8 7QG).

How many pupils attend Brownhills Ormiston Academy?

Brownhills Ormiston Academy has around 744 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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