Bishop Walsh Catholic School
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Wylde Green Road Sutton Coldfield West Midlands B76 1QT |
| Phone | 01213513215 |
| Reference Number | 140524 |
Bishop Walsh Catholic School has maintained its standards since the previous inspection and continues to be a source of pride for its community. The school is known for its high expectations of pupil behavior, fostering a caring and supportive environment. Lessons are engaging, with pupils making the most of feedback and actively participating in their learning. Extracurricular activities enrich the student experience, contributing to high levels of achievement and preparation for future education stages. However, the performance of disadvantaged pupils indicates areas for improvement, particularly in academic outcomes and attendance compared to their peers.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1081 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 52.73%
Girls: 47.27% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 12.4% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 11.1% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 22.8 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 90 | 79 | 169 |
| 8 | 89 | 83 | 172 |
| 9 | 81 | 89 | 170 |
| 10 | 89 | 83 | 172 |
| 11 | 94 | 78 | 172 |
| 12 | 62 | 45 | 107 |
| 13 | 65 | 54 | 119 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 64.4% |
| White, Other | 10% |
| African | 4.7% |
| Mixed, Other | 3.3% |
| Indian | 3.1% |
| Irish | 2.9% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2.7% |
| Unclassified | 2% |
| White & Asian | 1.3% |
| Caribbean | 1.3% |
| Chinese | 0.8% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.8% |
| Asian, Other | 0.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 07 Jan 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 07 Jan 2025 | School inspection |
| 03 Mar 2020 | School inspection |
| 19 Apr 2016 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Jan 2014 | Academy conversion letter |
| 14 Sep 2011 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Bishop Walsh Catholic School | |
| 14 Sep 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Jan 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Jan 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 15 Oct 2007 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 15 Oct 2007 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 22 Feb 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 22 Feb 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 20 Nov 2000 | Full inspection |
| 20 Nov 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong and inclusive ethos promoting kindness and community
- Effective curriculum development resulting in ambitious learning pathways
- High-quality support for pupils with SEND leading to good academic and social outcomes
- Successful pastoral care and mentoring program boosting confidence and resilience
- Well-structured character development program encouraging social responsibility
- High levels of participation in extracurricular activities
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent implementation of the curriculum across subjects
- Disparities in academic achievement for disadvantaged pupils
- Attendance of disadvantaged pupils not improving at the same rate as others
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 56 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 64.5% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 76.2% |
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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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 31 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 31.65 |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | C | C | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | C | C+ | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 10.1% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 197 | 15 |
| Third Preference | 218 | 4 |
| From another Local Authority | 17 | 2 |
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