Grace Academy Darlaston
Grace Academy Darlaston is a secondary located in Walsall, WS10 8QJ. 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 1,028 pupils on roll.
Grace Academy Darlaston 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: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Not applicable
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban major conurbation
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Walsall
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1075
Number of Pupils: 1028
Number of Boys: 535
Number of Girls: 493
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 48.2
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-13
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: Good
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2017-05-18
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Holland
Phone: 01215683300
Website: https://darlaston.graceacademy.org.uk/
Location: Herberts Park Road, Darlaston
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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.
Local area information
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Frequently Asked Questions about Grace Academy Darlaston
What is the Ofsted rating of Grace Academy Darlaston?
Grace Academy Darlaston has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Grace Academy Darlaston admit?
Grace Academy Darlaston admits pupils from age 11 to 19.
Is Grace Academy Darlaston a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Grace Academy Darlaston is a mixed school.
What type of school is Grace Academy Darlaston?
Grace Academy Darlaston is a academy sponsor led offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Grace Academy Darlaston?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Grace Academy Darlaston on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Grace Academy Darlaston?
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