St Michael's Church of England High School
105%
Capacity
1,178
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About St Michael's Church of England High School
St Michael's Church of England High School is a state-funded Church of England secondary school serving the Sandwell community, welcoming children from age 11 to 16. The school has 1,178 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 1,125 places).
Ofsted has rated St Michael's Church of England High School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Christina Handy-Rivett, it falls under Sandwell local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of +0.56 is well above the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is strong at 59.7. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 422nd out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 19 in Sandwell.
St Michael's Church of England High School is a popular choice with families — it received 708 applications for 225 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 256 were first-preference applications.
St Michael's Church of England High School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.8/5 from 3 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Michael's Church of England High School include Library, Swimming Pool, Astro Turf, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Tennis Courts, Music Rooms, Science Labs, Sixth Form Centre, Theatre, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Rowing, Rugby and 2 more, as well as clubs including Orchestra, Eco Club, Chess, Debate and 5 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 3.3%, which is well below the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Sandwell, St Michael's Church of England High School is one of the options available in the West Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 16 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Curral Road, Rowley Regis, Sandwell, B65 9AN |
| Headteacher | Christina Handy-Rivett |
| Local Authority | Sandwell |
| Number of Pupils | 1,178 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 3.3% |
| School Capacity | 1,178 / 1,125 (105% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 24 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.56)
422nd of 3,141
Nationally
34th of 371
In West Midlands
3rd of 19
In Sandwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make significantly more progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
13Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
15Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed225
708
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
256 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Michael's Church of England High School
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
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Curral Road, Rowley Regis
Sandwell, B65 9AN
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