Oldbury Academy

Oldbury Academy: key facts

What did School Atlas judge Oldbury Academy's summary of 6 ofsted judgements to be?

School Atlas judged Oldbury Academy's summary of 6 ofsted judgements as Expected standard at its inspection in June 2026, on School Atlas's own scale.

How many pupils attend Oldbury Academy?

Oldbury Academy has 1,193 pupils on roll.

What ages does Oldbury Academy take?

Oldbury Academy admits pupils aged 11 to 16.

Where is Oldbury Academy located?

Oldbury Academy is located in Oldbury, B68 8NE, Sandwell.

How do I apply to Oldbury Academy?

Oldbury Academy is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for secondary places is 31 October.

What is the largest ethnic background at Oldbury Academy?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 24.8% of pupils at Oldbury Academy are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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