Sandwell College - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
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Sandwell College
- 16 Plus (Sixth Form)
- Sandwell B70 6AW
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Education programmes for young people | Good |
| Adult learning programmes | Good |
| Apprenticeships | Requires Improvement |
| Provision for learners with high needs | Good |
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University Application Support: Learners receive help with university applications including mock interviews.
Career Advice and Guidance: High-quality guidance with activities like trade shows and university open days.
Support for Apprenticeships/Workforce: Apprentices improve skills and remain employed post-course, despite some training gaps.
Policies and Procedures: Effective safeguarding with suitably trained leads and thorough staff checks.
Training of Safeguarding Leads: Leads are well-trained and actions are recorded carefully.
Handling Bullying/Disciplinary Issues: Clear expectations for behaviour and early interventions are prioritized.
Types of Extracurricular Activities: Many learners engage in additional activities like student ambassadors and mental health champions.
Community Service/Volunteer Opportunities: Students actively participate in community outreach activities.
Academic Performance: High proportions achieve qualifications and produce work exceeding expectations.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Staff identify additional needs and plan help accordingly but few teachers lack high expectations.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Learners' conduct is exemplary with clear behavioural expectations.
Impact of Teaching on Progress: Most teachers use effective assessment methods ensuring learners understand topics.
Strengths/Challenges: Teachers have good subject knowledge but need improvements in apprenticeship planning.
Study Areas/Libraries: Staff highly engage with learners to support welfare and attendance.
School Culture and Ethos: Positive, respectful culture with diversity celebrated through events.
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About Us
Sandwell College is a 16 Plus (Sixth Form), Co-Ed college located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
from age 16-99 yr.
90.40% of students completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | 16 Plus (Sixth Form) | 16 Plus (Sixth Form) |
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| Type | Colleges | Colleges |
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| Ofset report | Good | - |
| Age range | 16-99 | 16-99 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 2.30% | - |
| Day Fees | - | - |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 26.52 | 26.28 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.48 | 24.62 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 2.30% | 4.66% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 1795 | 217 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 45% | 68.75% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 5.5% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 12% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 24% | 10.42% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 28.18 | 29.63 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.88 | 30.04 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 2.8% | 11.02% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 2559 | 313 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 55% | 67.09% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 4.91% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 9.36% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 22% | 14.09% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 24.68 1 | 22.33 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 22.72 | 23.26 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 1.1% | 3.62% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 1676 | 233 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 46% | 61.91% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 7.82% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 12.64% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 21% | 11.55% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 23.45 2 | 21.08 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 22.40 2 | 20.77 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 2.2% | 4.44% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 112 | 17.25% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 6.42% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 10.33% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 13% | 5.08% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 25.09 | 21.79 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 24.82 | 22.83 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.7% | 3.23% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 4 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 92 | 15.69% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 8.85% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 20% | 12.92% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 16% | 4% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |