Oldbury Academy
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Pound Road Oldbury West Midlands B68 8NE |
| Phone | 01215333750 |
| Reference Number | 137701 |
Oldbury Academy has made significant progress since its previous inspection and is now providing a good quality of education for its pupils. The school ensures a safe and orderly environment, which fosters positive behavior and engagement in learning. While there are strong expectations for pupil behavior and academic work, the curriculum's emphasis on reading could be improved as not enough pupils see its value. Overall, the commitment from leadership and staff is evident in their efforts to enhance both the educational experience and safeguarding measures for students.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1341 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 49.37%
Girls: 50.63% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 50.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 45.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 23.4 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 123 | 135 | 258 |
| 8 | 127 | 121 | 248 |
| 9 | 132 | 139 | 271 |
| 10 | 140 | 136 | 276 |
| 11 | 140 | 148 | 288 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 24.5% |
| Indian | 13.9% |
| African | 10.6% |
| Pakistani | 9.6% |
| Asian, Other | 7.1% |
| White, Other | 6.9% |
| Caribbean | 5% |
| Mixed, Other | 3.5% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 3.4% |
| White & Asian | 2.2% |
| Unclassified | 1.4% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.7% |
| Chinese | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| Last Report Date | 07 Dec 2021 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 07 Dec 2021 | School inspection: |
| 29 Jun 2021 | Monitoring visit |
| 02 Mar 2021 | Monitoring visit |
| 12 Nov 2020 | Monitoring visit |
| 24 Jan 2019 | Monitoring visit |
| 05 Dec 2017 | Full inspection: |
| 15 Jun 2016 | Monitoring visit |
| 23 Sep 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 25 Nov 2014 | Monitoring visit |
| 19 Nov 2013 | Monitoring visit |
| 24 Sep 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Feb 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 16 Feb 2011 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Oldbury College of Sport | |
| 16 Feb 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 01 Jul 2010 | Monitoring visit |
| 01 Jul 2010 | Monitoring visit |
| 18 Nov 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 18 Nov 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 02 Jul 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 02 Jul 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 01 Mar 2004 | Full inspection |
| 01 Mar 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate good behavior and attitudes towards learning.
- The school provides strong support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Leaders and teachers are committed to continuous improvement.
- The school offers a broad and ambitious curriculum with vocational pathways.
- Effective support for remote learning was provided during the pandemic.
Areas for Improvement
- Curriculum planning is inconsistent in some subjects, hindering knowledge retention.
- Many pupils do not appreciate the value of reading.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 37.4 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 31.2% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 41.8% |
Attainment 8 Score
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 88 | 19 |
| Third Preference | 86 | 13 |
| From another Local Authority | 42 | 12 |
Previous Years
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0.4 miles |
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Moat Road, Oldbury, West Midlands, B68 8ED |
0.41 miles |
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The Orchard School
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0.49 miles |
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Al Khair Primary School
61/63 Oak Way Green, Off Causeway Green Road, Oldbury, West Midlands, B68 8LR |
0.5 miles |
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Moat Farm Junior School
Brookfields Road, Oldbury, West Midlands, B68 9QR |
0.51 miles |
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Moat Farm Infant School
Brookfields Road, Oldbury, West Midlands, B68 9QR |
0.51 miles |
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Bleakhouse Primary School
Bleakhouse Road, Oldbury, West Midlands, B68 9DS |
0.57 miles |
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0.6 miles |
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Titford Road, Oldbury, West Midlands, B69 4QB |
0.83 miles |
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1.02 miles |
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1.08 miles |
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1.11 miles |
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1.15 miles |
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1.18 miles |
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Lightwoods Primary Academy
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1.19 miles |
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1.23 miles |
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Maurice Road, Smethwick, West Midlands, B67 5LR |
1.26 miles |
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1.28 miles |
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1.34 miles |
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