Q3 Academy Great Barr
Q3 Academy Great Barr is a secondary located in Sandwell, B43 7SD. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 19. It currently has approximately 1,168 pupils on roll.
Q3 Academy Great Barr is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy sponsor led. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy sponsor led
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 19
Boarding: Not applicable
Nursery Provision: Not applicable
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban major conurbation
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Sandwell
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1150
Number of Pupils: 1168
Number of Boys: 577
Number of Girls: 591
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 22.4
Last Changed Date: 2025-03-11
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Not Rated
Behaviour & Attitudes: Not Rated
Personal Development: Not Rated
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: 9
Inspection Date: 2013-04-17
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Bury
Phone: 01213586186
Website: https://www.q3academy.org.uk
Location: Wilderness Lane, Great Barr
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Q3 Academy Great Barr
What is the Ofsted rating of Q3 Academy Great Barr?
Q3 Academy Great Barr has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Q3 Academy Great Barr admit?
Q3 Academy Great Barr admits pupils from age 11 to 19.
Is Q3 Academy Great Barr a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Q3 Academy Great Barr is a mixed school.
What type of school is Q3 Academy Great Barr?
Q3 Academy Great Barr is a academy sponsor led offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Q3 Academy Great Barr?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Q3 Academy Great Barr on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Q3 Academy Great Barr?
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