SchoolScoresThe Khalsa Academy Wolverhampton
Free school · Secondary, ages 11 to 19 · Mixed · Sixth form
Part of ONE MULTI ACADEMIES TRUST LIMITED
Millfields Road, Ettingshall, Wolverhampton, WV4 6JP
01902 925390 · School website · Map and directions
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted rated this school Good at the inspection that started on 18 April 2018.
This inspection used Ofsted's older format with four grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires improvement and Inadequate. Newer inspections use report cards. What changed.
| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Quality of education | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Safeguarding | Effective |
Since then, a shorter ungraded inspection on 15 June 2023: Ofsted found the school was still Good.
Read the full Ofsted reports for this school
Source: Ofsted state-funded schools inspection data.
Results
GCSEs (key stage 4, age 16), 2024/25
124 pupils in this year group.
52% — 12 points above the Wolverhampton average, and 6 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Wolverhampton | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 52% | 40% | 45% |
| Attainment 8 scoreAverage of each pupil's grades across 8 GCSE-level subjects, with English and maths counted twice. Around 50 means grade 5s on average. | 49.4 | 44.5 | 46.1 |
| EBacc average point scoreAverage points across the English Baccalaureate subjects: English, maths, sciences, a language and history or geography. | 4.7 | 3.7 | 4.1 |
Progress 8 isn't shown. DfE didn't publish it for 2024/25 because this year group's key stage 2 tests in 2020 were cancelled, and older progress scores aren't comparable.
Source: DfE key stage 4 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After Year 11
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
123 pupils in this year group.
94% — 4 points above the Wolverhampton average, and 2 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Wolverhampton | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workPupils recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing Year 11. | 94% | 90% | 92% |
| School sixth form | 66% | 45% | 34% |
| Sixth form college | 1% | 1% | 13% |
| Further education college | 24% | 38% | 37% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 2% | 3% |
| Work | 0% | 1% | 3% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 89% | 94% |
Source: DfE key stage 4 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
A levels (16 to 18), 2024/25
50 A level students in this year group.
| Measure | This school | Wolverhampton | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average A level grade | B- | C | B- |
| A level exams graded A* or A | 17% | 21% | 26% |
| A level exams graded A* to B | 56% | 44% | 53% |
| Average points per A level entryAn A* is 60 points, an A is 50, a B is 40, and so on down to 10 for an E. | 35.6 | 31.5 | 35 |
A level subjects, 2024/25
15 subjects, 135 exams. England figures are for state-funded schools and colleges.
| Subject | Exams | A* | A* or A | England A* or A |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sociology | 23 | 4% | 17% | 20% |
| Mathematics | 17 | 0% | 24% | 40% |
| Business Studies:Single | 16 | 0% | 6% | 16% |
| Chemistry | 14 | 0% | 21% | 30% |
| Psychology | 12 | 8% | 17% | 19% |
| Biology | 11 | 0% | 0% | 27% |
| Law | 11 | 0% | 0% | 17% |
| Design and Technology (Product Design) | 7 | 0% | 14% | 15% |
Also taken, with too few exams for DfE to publish grades: Computer Studies / Computing, English Literature, Physics, Art and Design (Fine Art), History, Punjabi, Geography.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 qualification and subject data, 2024/25.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After sixth form
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
61 students in this year group.
85% — 10 points above the Wolverhampton average, and 6 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Wolverhampton | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workStudents recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing 16 to 18 study. | 85% | 75% | 79% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 7% | 7% |
| Work | 8% | 18% | 28% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 92% | 85% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Going on to university
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
51 students in this year group.
88% — 23 points above the Wolverhampton average, and 28 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Wolverhampton | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Went on to a degree or other higher education | 88% | 65% | 60% |
| Went to one of the most selective third of universitiesDfE's grouping of universities by the typical entry grades of their students. | 29% | 17% | 19% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 progression to higher education or training, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Admissions
Apply through the council where you live, even if the school is in a different council area. This school is in Wolverhampton. The national closing date for secondary applications is 31 October, and offers are sent on 1 March.
How hard is it to get in?
For the September 2026 intake there were about one first-choice application for every place.
| Places offered | 147 |
|---|---|
| Families who put it first | 146 |
| Of those, offered a place | 128 (88%) |
| Families who listed it at all | 300 |
First-choice applications per place: 2024: 0.7 · 2025: 1.0 · 2026: 1.0
This isn't your chance of getting a place. That depends on the school's admissions rules (for example siblings, distance or faith) and where you live. Source: DfE applications and offers, September 2026 intake.
Pupils, staff and SEND
| Pupils | This school | Wolverhampton | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years 15th highest of 23 state secondary schools in Wolverhampton. Higher than 74% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 38.6% | 46.2%* | 28.9% |
| With an education, health and care plan 22nd highest of 23 state secondary schools in Wolverhampton. Higher than 10% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 1.2% | 2.2%* | 3.1% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 18th highest of 23 state secondary schools in Wolverhampton. Higher than 35% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 11.8% | 15.9%* | 13.4% |
| English as an additional language 2nd highest of 23 state secondary schools in Wolverhampton. Higher than 96% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 61.5% | 31.8%* | 19.2% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) 7th lowest of 23 state secondary schools in Wolverhampton. Lower than 88% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 5.8% | 7.3%* | 8.4% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) 9th lowest of 23 state secondary schools in Wolverhampton. Lower than 78% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 17.2% | 20.5%* | 23.4% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils 2nd lowest of 23 state secondary schools in Wolverhampton. Lower than 97% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 0.9 | 11.6 | 21.2 |
| Pupils suspended at least once 1st lowest of 23 state secondary schools in Wolverhampton. Lower than 96% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 0.8% | 6.0% | 7.3% |
| Pupils permanently excluded2 pupils | 0.26% | 0.27% | 0.23% |
| Pupils per teacher 5th highest of 23 state secondary schools in Wolverhampton. Higher than 78% of 3,442 state secondary schools in England. | 18.2 | 15.3 | 16.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) Joint 3rd highest of 23 state secondary schools in Wolverhampton. Higher than 74% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 12.9 | 10.9 | 11.8 |
| Teachers who left during the year 3rd highest of 23 state secondary schools in Wolverhampton. Higher than 69% of 3,430 state secondary schools in England. | 16.9% | 12.5%* | 14.2%* |
Comparisons are with secondary schools. Scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) figures. For absence and suspensions lower is better, so their scales run green to red; blue scales describe the school's pupils and staff and aren't good or bad. * Calculated by SchoolScores from the council's or England's schools, weighted by pupils (or teachers, for turnover); other figures are published by DfE. Sources: DfE school census 2024/25; DfE pupil absence 2024/25; DfE suspensions and permanent exclusions 2024/25; DfE school workforce census 2025/26; DfE teacher turnover 2024/25.
Nearby secondary schools
- Ormiston SWB Academy 0.7 miles · Ofsted: Report card 2026: 1 strong, 6 expected · 38% grade 5+ English and maths
- Moseley Park 1.3 miles · Ofsted: Report card 2026: 7 strong · 38% grade 5+ English and maths
- St Matthias School 1.5 miles · Ofsted: No overall grade (2024) · 32% grade 5+ English and maths
- Colton Hills Community School 1.7 miles · Ofsted: Good (2015), confirmed 2023 · 25% grade 5+ English and maths
- The Dormston School 1.8 miles · Ofsted: Good (2022) · 43% grade 5+ English and maths
- St Thomas More Catholic School, Willenhall 1.9 miles · Ofsted: Good (2022) · 32% grade 5+ English and maths
- The Royal School, Wolverhampton 1.9 miles · Ofsted: No graded inspection · 33% grade 5+ English and maths
- Progress Schools - Wolverhampton 2.0 miles · Independent · Ofsted: Good (2024)
- Grace Academy Darlaston 2.0 miles · Ofsted: Report card 2026: 1 strong, 6 expected · 30% grade 5+ English and maths
- WV2 Education 2.0 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI
Straight-line distance. Distance isn't the same as a catchment area.
Questions parents ask
What is The Khalsa Academy Wolverhampton's Ofsted rating?
The Khalsa Academy Wolverhampton was rated Good by Ofsted at its inspection in 18 April 2018. At a shorter ungraded inspection in 15 June 2023, Ofsted found the school was still Good.
How did The Khalsa Academy Wolverhampton do in its GCSEs?
In 2024/25, 52% of pupils grade 5 or above in English and maths, 6 points above the England average of 45%.
Is The Khalsa Academy Wolverhampton oversubscribed?
For the September 2026 intake, 146 families put The Khalsa Academy Wolverhampton as their first choice for 147 places: about one first-choice application for every place. 128 of those families were offered a place. Whether you get a place depends on the school's admissions rules and where you live.
Sources
- School details: Get Information about Schools (DfE), 26 September 2026. URN 142080.
- Inspections: Ofsted management information, data to 31 August 2026.
- Results: DfE school performance tables, GCSEs 2024/25, After Year 11 2024/25, A levels 2024/25, After sixth form 2024/25, Going on to university 2024/25.
Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll check it against the source.
Page updated 26 September 2026.