High Point Academy

A good free schools special school in Sandwell. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for High Point Academy.

Wednesbury, WS100JS Ofsted: Good Age 11-16 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

75

/ 100

Special weighted harmonic mean of 1 indicators

Indicators used for Special schools

Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 100.0%
Raw: Good

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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

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
8 May 2024
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Friar Park Road
Wednesbury, WS100JS
Phone
1215940750
Website
highpoint.fet.ac/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
148400
Type
Free schools special
Phase
Special
Address
Friar Park Road, Wednesbury, WS10 0JS
Website
https://highpoint.fet.ac/
Age range
11-16
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
FORWARD EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
96 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
96
Free School Meals
49.0% (47 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
100.0% (96 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
86.8%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
35.7%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
8 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
16
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
96 pupils
11-16

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Ambitious Challenge The Impossible Independence for all

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Mrs Kulyk describes High Point as an inclusive, nurturing 11–16 ASC school with 90 places, where structure and routines support independence and preparation for life beyond school. Pupils have ASC with associated MLD or SLCN, and EHCPs are part of the admissions context.

Curriculum Highlights

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Admissions Criteria

Admissions are co-ordinated by Sandwell Council. Placement usually results from a recommendation on a child’s Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Children may be admitted at any time in the school year. Arrangements to visit can be made by contacting the school.

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