Blue Coat Church of England Academy
Blue Coat Church of England Academy is a secondary located in Walsall, WS1 2ND. 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 932 pupils on roll.
Blue Coat Church of England 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. It is part of the Diocese of Lichfield diocese.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy sponsor led
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: Not applicable
Nursery Provision: Not applicable
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban major conurbation
Religious Diocese: Diocese of Lichfield
Local Authority: Walsall
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 900
Number of Pupils: 932
Number of Boys: 461
Number of Girls: 471
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 48.3
Last Changed Date: 2025-04-28
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: 9
Inspection Date: 2014-10-18
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Smith
Phone: 01922720558
Website: http://www.bluecoatacademy.org/
Location: Birmingham Street
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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 Blue Coat Church of England Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of Blue Coat Church of England Academy?
Blue Coat Church of England Academy has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Blue Coat Church of England Academy admit?
Blue Coat Church of England Academy admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Blue Coat Church of England Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Blue Coat Church of England Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is Blue Coat Church of England Academy?
Blue Coat Church of England Academy is a academy sponsor led offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Blue Coat Church of England Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Blue Coat Church of England 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 Blue Coat Church of England Academy?
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