Windsor Olympus Academy
N/A
Ofsted Rating
40%
Capacity
359
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Windsor Olympus Academy
Windsor Olympus Academy is a state-funded None secondary school serving the Sandwell community, welcoming children from age 11 to 16. The school has 359 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (40% of 900 places).
the school is led by headteacher Sally-Jo Wilkinson, it falls under Sandwell local authority.
Windsor Olympus Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 307 applications for 179 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 149 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Windsor Olympus Academy include Science Labs, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Astro Turf, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Dining Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Hockey, Football, Rounders and 5 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Debate, DofE, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 66.9%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Sandwell, Windsor Olympus Academy 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 | None |
| Address | Perrott Street, Birmingham, Sandwell, B18 4LX |
| Headteacher | Sally-Jo Wilkinson |
| Local Authority | Sandwell |
| Number of Pupils | 359 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 66.9% |
| School Capacity | 359 / 900 (40% full) |
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
14Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed179
307
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
149 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Windsor Olympus Academy
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Contact Information
Perrott Street, Birmingham
Sandwell, B18 4LX
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