The short version
Below-average GCSE results. Rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted (2025).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 0.4 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in 2025
- The school has significant spare capacity
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
0.4
43.4 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
43% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 11–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 56
- Capacity
- 32%
Governance
- Local authority
- Sandwell
- Head
- Principal Mim Hall
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksAdditional inspection
6 official reports linked on this page, including 5 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
150 Birmingham Road, West Midlands, West Bromwich, B70 6QT
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmHoly Trinity CofE Primary School
Primary · 627m away
Sandwell Academy
Secondary · 817m away
Sandwell College
16 plus · 940m away
V.A.S.E Academy
Independent · 1.1km away
Galton Valley Primary School
Primary · 1.4km away
Lyng Primary School
Primary · 1.4km away
George Betts Primary Academy
Primary · 1.6km away
Holly Lodge High School College of Science
Secondary · 1.6km away
Questions parents ask
What is Sandwell Valley School's Ofsted rating?
Sandwell Valley School was rated Requires Improvement at its most recent inspection in January 2026. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Sandwell Valley School?
Sandwell Valley School currently has 56 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Sandwell Valley School take?
Sandwell Valley School caters for pupils aged 11 to 19.
Where is Sandwell Valley School?
Sandwell Valley School is in West Bromwich, B70 6QT, in the Sandwell local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Sandwell Valley School have a sixth form?
Yes, Sandwell Valley School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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