Barcroft Academy

A academy converter school in Walsall. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Barcroft Academy.

Willenhall, WV131NA Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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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

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Contact Information

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Source: GIAS
Address
Barcroft
Willenhall, WV131NA

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
151997
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Barcroft, Willenhall, WV13 1NA
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Opened
01-09-2025
Trust/MAT
LIGHTHOUSE MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
472 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

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Source: DfE

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From the School Website

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Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Unlocking potential today for a brighter tomorrow"

Be Kind Be Safe Be Ready to Learn

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome message from Headteacher Mrs Gillian Locke highlighting Barcroft Academy as a welcoming, inclusive environment with a broad, balanced curriculum and emphasis on curiosity, creativity, and well-being.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Barcroft BLAST Buddies: Wrap-Around Sport clubs

Curriculum Highlights

Art & Design Computing Design Technology English Geography History Maths MFL-French Music PE Phonics PSHE RE Financial Education Science Themed Days British Values

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Barcroft BLAST provides a Breakfast Club and After School Club; staffing includes a Senior Playworker (Barcroft BLAST), Breakfast Club Playworkers, and After School Club Playworkers.

SEND Provision

Barcroft Academy has SEND information and SEND provision details available across SEND pages, including SEND Information Report.

Admissions Criteria

Maximum class size in Reception, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 is 30 with two classes per year, giving 60 pupils per year group; the admission authority is Walsall Council; priority criteria are (1) Children in Care or previous children in care, (2) siblings in attendance, (3) medical or social grounds, (4) distance, and (5) other factors; in-year admissions and appeals have described processes.

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