Bristnall Hall Academy

A outstanding academy converter school in Sandwell. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Bristnall Hall Academy.

Oldbury, B689PA Ofsted: Outstanding Age 11-18 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

Score not available

Needs all indicators

Performance score unavailable: missing published data for Continue in education or training, Sustained employment

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
67.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
Raw: 0.59
English & Maths grade 4+ %
55.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
Raw: 62.5%
Continue in education or training
Not published
Raw: No data published
Sustained employment
Not published
Raw: No data published
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
Raw: Outstanding

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
7 November 2023
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Bristnall Hall Lane
Oldbury, B689PA

Location

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Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
139043
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
Bristnall Hall Lane, Oldbury, B68 9PA
Age range
11-18
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
ACADEMY TRANSFORMATION TRUST
Capacity
1010 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
1,082
Free School Meals
38.4% (415 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
9.3% (101 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
91.7%
Good
Persistent Absence
23.2%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Attainment 8 Scores
Attainment 8:
49.0
Ebacc Attainment 8:
14.6
English Attainment 8:
10.6
Maths Attainment 8:
8.9
Open Subjects Attainment 8:
14.9
EBacc Subject Performance
Ebacc Attainment 8:
14.6
Ebacc English:
100.0%
Ebacc Entry:
50.5%
Ebacc Humanities:
98.4%
Ebacc Languages:
67.7%
Ebacc Maths:
100.0%
Ebacc Sciences:
99.0%
Progress Measures
Progress 8:
0.59
Progress 8 Range:
0.39 to 0.80

Key Performance Indicators

EBacc Entry:
50.5 (+31.1 vs average)
English & Maths Grade 5+:
62.5 (+10.5 vs average)
Attainment 8:
49.0 (+9.5 vs average)
Progress 8:
0.59 (+0.8 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
68 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
135
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,082 pupils
11-18

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"In a class of our own"

We will work inclusively within our communities, embracing the varied localities we serve while sharing our common vision and values. We will develop the very best leaders of the future, working to improve education and transform lives. We will adhere unwaveringly to the ‘Nolan Principles’ of Public Service, which is made clear in our commitment to Ethical Leadership.

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome to Bristnall Hall Academy from Principal Louisa Simcock. The academy offers a first-class education in a nurturing environment, with a broad and balanced curriculum, enriching opportunities, and strong partnerships with charitable organisations, local employers and further education establishments.

Curriculum Highlights

A curriculum that develops basic skills in reading, writing, oracy and numeracy while offering a broad and balanced range of subjects. A knowledge-rich curriculum with emphasis on knowledge acquisition and application. An enrichment offer during social times and after the academy day.

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast club available before the academy day; P7 enrichment and intervention sessions run for one hour at the end of the academy day.

SEND Provision

Bristnall Hall Academy aims to provide every pupil with the best education possible. We promote equality of opportunity in the classroom and throughout The Trust. All pupils are fully included into the life and curriculum of our academy communities. Reasonable adjustments are made so that this can be achieved. Please click here to see our trust SEND and Safeguarding Policies. SEN Infor Report. Bristnall Hall Academy Accessibility Plan 24-25.

Admissions Criteria

Space for 220 Year 7 places in September 2025. Applications for Year 7 should be made before the closing date of 31 October 2024 via the Local Authority website. If a place is allocated, the academy's Principal will contact you with induction details. In-year admissions are possible via the In-Year Admissions Application Form; appeals process is available as outlined in Admissions Policy 2025-26.

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