Beacon Hill Academy
About Beacon Hill Academy
Beacon Hill Academy stands out sharply against the Dudley local authority average for secondary schools. The LA’s average Progress 8 score sits at -0.08, a figure that typically indicates pupils achieve slightly below the national average. Beacon Hill, however, holds an Ofsted rating of Outstanding, a grade achieved by only three of the 22 secondary schools in the borough. This places the school in a small, high-performing minority. The school’s most recent inspection, an ungraded visit in February 2025, confirmed that standards are being maintained, and its leadership and management were also judged Outstanding. For parents comparing headline metrics, this is a school that clearly outperforms the typical Dudley secondary, particularly given that 30% of its 1,080 pupils are eligible for free school meals, a demographic that often correlates with lower attainment nationally.
Key Details
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Feb 2025Latest monitoring visit (26 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 30 Mar 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Facilities
12Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
15Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Beacon Hill Academy
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
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Understanding Progress 8
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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School Admissions Timeline 2026/27
Key dates for primary, secondary and nursery applications