Mary Elliot Academy
| Type | Special School / Academy special sponsor led |
| Age Range | 11-19 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Leamore Lane Walsall WS2 7DQ |
| Phone | 01922490190 |
| Reference Number | 149678 |
Mary Elliot Academy is a special school catering to pupils aged 11 to 18 with profound and multiple special educational needs. In its first inspection under the Thrive Education Partnership trust, the school demonstrates strong performance, effectively fulfilling expected standards across various domains. Pupils progress steadily through well-understood teaching approaches tailored to their individual needs, fostering a supportive environment where they feel safe and valued. The school's commitment to safeguarding and promoting well-being is evident, ensuring that pupils develop positive attitudes and skills for future independence.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 142 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 74.65%
Girls: 25.35% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 53.8% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 31% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 12 | 1 | 13 |
| 8 | 19 | 7 | 26 |
| 9 | 14 | 8 | 22 |
| 10 | 19 | 6 | 25 |
| 11 | 15 | 3 | 18 |
| 12 | 20 | 8 | 28 |
| 13 | 7 | 3 | 10 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 45.1% |
| Pakistani | 16.2% |
| Indian | 6.3% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 4.9% |
| White, Other | 3.5% |
| African | 3.5% |
| White & Asian | 2.8% |
| Asian, Other | 2.8% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.7% |
| Irish | 0.7% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.7% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Expected standard |
| > Leadership & Governance | Expected standard |
| > Personal Development & Wellbeing | Expected standard |
| > Achievement | Expected standard |
| > Attendance & Behaviour | Expected standard |
| > Curriculum & Teaching | Expected standard |
| > Inclusion | Expected standard |
| > Post-16 Provision | Expected standard |
| Last Report Date | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 24 Feb 2026 | School inspection |
Strengths
- Strong safeguarding culture ensuring pupils feel safe.
- Effective personalised support for pupils with complex needs.
- Curriculum is well-designed to meet pupils' developmental stages.
- High-quality teaching with clear explanations and good subject knowledge.
- Positive relationships between staff and pupils foster a sense of belonging.
Areas for Improvement
- Need to enhance employer encounters to match pupils' interests and ambitions.
- Greater parental engagement is needed for supporting children's futures.
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