Kingswinford Academy
Kingswinford, DY6 7AD · Dudley · secondary school
Check the area around this school
3rd of 18 secondary schools in Dudley we can score, 19 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.7/10 against 913 of them, against 7.0/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 58.4 · 79 | 30% | 2.38 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.12 · 58 | 25% | 1.46 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 50.9 · 74 | 10% | 0.74 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Kingswinford Academy overview
How it's doing
Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. In 2024/25, 41.3% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 46.3, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.12 in 2023/24, indicating better progress than pupils nationally who started from the same place. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (4.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 917 pupils against a stated capacity of 899. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
What support is available for pupils aiming to improve their Progress 8 scores? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while managing an intake above its designated places?
What Ofsted said about Kingswinford Academy
Overview
Kingswinford Academy continues to be a good school, where leaders set high expectations for pupils’ work and behaviour. The curriculum is described as "broad and ambitious," with strong trust oversight ensuring learning builds effectively on prior knowledge. Consequently, pupils learn well and are prepared effectively for the next stage in their education.
Strengths
- The school provides a "calm and purposeful atmosphere," with pupils feeling safe and knowing who to turn to with concerns.
- Teachers possess "good subject knowledge" and present information clearly, breaking learning into "manageable chunks" to aid retention.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified promptly and make "effective progress through the full curriculum."
- Attendance has risen to the national average, and pupils demonstrate respect for others while developing their character and talents.
- The school prioritises reading, providing extra help to those with weaker skills so they "catch up well."
Areas to improve
- The school should ensure that in all subjects, misconceptions are identified and addressed effectively, as assessment precision varies.
- Support for pupils who have missed work lacks consistency; the school must ensure appropriate steps are taken to help them secure essential knowledge.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 46.1 |
| 2024/25 | 46.3 |
| 2025/26 | 50.9 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
Saved schools live on this device only — no account, no tracking. Visit the school's website
Loading full school details…
Similar schools nearby
Same area, prioritising the same phase — useful for shortlisting alternatives.
Every school within 2.5 miles of DY6 7AD, with results, demand and deadlines — area report →
Have a specific question about admissions, scores or dates?
Ask SchoolsGPT