Willenhall E-ACT Academy
Willenhall E-ACT Academy is a secondary located in Walsall, WV12 4BD. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Requires Improvement. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 1,009 pupils on roll.
Willenhall E-ACT 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: Walsall
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 950
Number of Pupils: 1009
Number of Boys: 515
Number of Girls: 494
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 44.8
Last Changed Date: 2025-02-11
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: Requires Improvement
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Requires Improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes: Requires Improvement
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2023-02-05
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Marston
Phone: 01902368221
Website: https://willenhallacademy.e-act.org.uk/
Location: Furzebank Way
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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 Willenhall E-ACT Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of Willenhall E-ACT Academy?
Willenhall E-ACT Academy has been rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Willenhall E-ACT Academy admit?
Willenhall E-ACT Academy admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Willenhall E-ACT Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Willenhall E-ACT Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is Willenhall E-ACT Academy?
Willenhall E-ACT Academy is a academy sponsor led offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Willenhall E-ACT Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Willenhall E-ACT 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 Willenhall E-ACT Academy?
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