Best 3 Secondary schools in Sandwell – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of secondary schools: Bristnall Hall Academy (Secondary) in Oldbury; Sandwell Academy (Secondary) in West Bromwich; Stuart Bathurst Catholic High School (Secondary) in Wednesbury — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Bristnall Hall Academy, Sandwell Academy and Stuart Bathurst Catholic High School. They are secondary phase and academy converter and academy sponsor led type located around Oldbury, West Midlands, West Bromwich, West Midlands and Wednesbury, West Midlands. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Bristnall Hall Academy), published Dec 2023. The lowest is 2 (Sandwell Academy), published Jun 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Sandwell Academy (Jun 2024). average roll around ≈ 1,150, combined total ≈ 3,400, typical FSM 35–40%, range 25–30%–40–45%; spread across trusts such as Academy Transformation Trust, THOMAS TELFORD MULTI ACADEMY TRUST and The St John Bosco Catholic Academy.

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Attribute	Bristnall Hall Academy B68 9PA	Sandwell Academy B71 4LG	Stuart Bathurst Catholic High School WS10 9QS
Phase / Type	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy sponsor led	Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location	Oldbury West Midlands B68 9PA	West Bromwich West Midlands B71 4LG	Wednesbury West Midlands WS10 9QS
Latest Ofsted	1 10 Dec 2023	2 24 Jun 2024	2 22 May 2024
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,450 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 850 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	35–40% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	25–30% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	40–45% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	1010	1250	900
Capacity utilisation	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Non-selective	Non-selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	Academy Transformation Trust	THOMAS TELFORD MULTI ACADEMY TRUST	The St John Bosco Catholic Academy
Website	www.bristnallhallacademy.attrust.org.uk	www.sandwellacademy.com	www.stuart-bathurst.org.uk
Telephone	01215525425	01215251700	01215561488
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Bristnall Hall Academy

B68 9PA

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Oldbury
West Midlands
B68 9PA
Ofsted: 1 10 Dec 2023
Pupils: ≈ 1,100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 35–40% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Academy Transformation Trust
Website: www.bristnallhallacademy.attrust.org.uk
Telephone: 01215525425

Sandwell Academy

B71 4LG

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location: West Bromwich
West Midlands
B71 4LG
Ofsted: 2 24 Jun 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,450 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 25–30% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: THOMAS TELFORD MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Website: www.sandwellacademy.com
Telephone: 01215251700

Stuart Bathurst Catholic High School

WS10 9QS

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location: Wednesbury
West Midlands
WS10 9QS
Ofsted: 2 22 May 2024
Pupils: ≈ 850 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 40–45% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: The St John Bosco Catholic Academy
Website: www.stuart-bathurst.org.uk
Telephone: 01215561488

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.