Perryfields Academy
About Perryfields Academy
Perryfields Academy, a mixed secondary school in Sandwell for pupils aged 11 to 16, was rated Good in its most recent graded Ofsted inspection, a significant improvement from its Requires Improvement rating in 2015. However, the school’s academic outcomes tell a more complex story. Its Progress 8 score for the 2023/24 academic year stands at -0.55, which is well below the national average and places it in the bottom 50 of schools nationally. This score means that, on average, pupils achieved half a grade less per subject than their peers across the country. The school ranks 17th out of 19 schools in Sandwell on this metric, and 2,668th out of 3,141 schools nationally. While the school has clearly improved its overall leadership and management since its previous inspection, the academic progress of its pupils remains a key area of focus.
Key Details
The full report on this school
The inspection in plain English, admissions context, and how this school compares to nearby alternatives — all in one full school report.
- Ofsted inspection in plain EnglishStrengths, concerns and what inspectors flagged
- Parent View survey resultsWhat parents told Ofsted — when the school has 10+ responses
- Where Ofsted and parents disagreeGaps to probe + questions to ask at the open day
- Admissions & catchmentAdmission criteria, distance cutoffs (where the LA publishes them)
- Nearby schools comparedBackup options with Ofsted, demand and distance
- Attendance & behaviour dataPersistent absentees, suspensions and exclusions vs national
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jul 2024Latest monitoring visit (10 Jul 2024): School remains Good (Concerns) - S5 Next
Source: Ofsted, 14 Feb 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Facilities
11Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
17Sports
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.
School day
Teaching hours
08:45 – 15:15
Source: perryfieldsacademy.co.uk. Extracted automatically — confirm with the school before relying on these times.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Perryfields Academy
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
School Admissions Timeline 2026/27
Key dates for primary, secondary and nursery applications