Ormiston Forge Academy
Ormiston Forge Academy is a secondary located in Sandwell, B64 6QU. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 1,686 pupils on roll.
Ormiston Forge Academy 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 18
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: Sandwell
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1950
Number of Pupils: 1686
Number of Boys: 860
Number of Girls: 826
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 35.6
Last Changed Date: 2024-09-26
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: 2016-04-21
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Mason
Phone: 01384566598
Website: http://www.ormistonforgeacademy.co.uk/
Location: Wrights Lane
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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 Ormiston Forge Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of Ormiston Forge Academy?
Ormiston Forge Academy has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Ormiston Forge Academy admit?
Ormiston Forge Academy admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Ormiston Forge Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Ormiston Forge Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is Ormiston Forge Academy?
Ormiston Forge Academy is a academy sponsor led offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Ormiston Forge Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Ormiston Forge Academy on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Ormiston Forge Academy?
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