Welcome to West Walsall E-ACT Academy

I am delighted that you are considering applying to West Walsall Sixth Form as a potential place for the next phase of your education.We provide a supportive and challenging environment in which students flourish. We pride ourselves on being a thriving, friendly and inclusive community, where our strong pastoral support makes West Walsall a positive place to learn.Our Sixth Form offers a comprehensive curriculum that supports and guides our students onto their future chosen pathway, whether it is university, an apprenticeship or employment. Our aim is to ensure that all students leave West Walsall as true independent learners, fully equipped for the challenges ahead of them.We view our Sixth Formers as role models for the rest of the school and expect the highest of standard to be maintained at all times.Alongside a commitment to focusing on academic study, students are expected and encouraged to become fully involved in the wider life of the school and community. We have an active Executive Student Leadership Team and a wealth of extra-curricular opportunities.I hope that the prospectus will give you a flavour of life in our Sixth Form. We very much look forward to meeting you at induction and hopefully we will welcome you into our Sixth Form in the future. Yours faithfullyMrs T StantonAssistant Headteacher – Director of Sixth Form

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Boarding Type

No Boarder

School Type

Academies

Suitable Ages

11 to 18

Gender

Mixed

No. of Students

1,186 Total

No. of Boys

584 (49.2%)

No. of Girls

602 (50.8%)


Academic Excellence

GCSE Results

Latest Examination

13.4%

Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)

A-Level Results

Sixth Form Performance

A* grades

0.79%

A*/A grades

3.97%


Leavers' Destinations

Destinations after GCSEs

Staying in education

77%

School

79%

England

Apprenticeships

2%

School

3%

England

Further education

School:38%
England:51%

School sixth form

School:40%
England:19%

Sixth form college

School:0%
England:7%

Other education destinations

School:0%
England:2%

Destinations after A-Levels

UK higher education

68%

School

1%

England

Apprenticeships

2%

School

19%

England

Higher education or training

School:88%
England:63%

Further education

School:5%
England:4%

Employment

School:12%
England:35%

Not sustained in education/employment

School:7%
England:26%

Exciting Updates Ahead!

We're currently gearing up to offer you a full list of our courses. Stay tuned — amazing learning opportunities are on their way very soon. Thank you for your interest and enthusiasm!


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Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays

Planning ahead for school holidays? Below are the term dates and half-term dates for the 2026/2027 academic year.

Autumn

1 terms

Half Term 1

Sep 1 - Dec 19

Spring

1 terms

Half Term 1

Jan 5 - Mar 27

Summer

1 terms

Half Term 1

Apr 13 - Jul 20

Half-Term & Holiday Dates

Autumn Half Term

Oct 27 - Oct 31

Spring Half Term

Feb 16 - Feb 20

Summer Half Term

May 25 - May 29


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Enrichment Activities

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Life in the Sixth Form is about more than just academic study – it’s about developing the skills, confidence and experiences that prepare you for life beyond school. Our enrichment opportunities are designed to challenge, inspire and broaden students horizons, offering opportunities to explore mentoring roles, take on leadership roles, give back to the community and build the qualities that universities and employers value most.

Executive Student Leadership Team
Reading Mentor
Peer Mentoring
Sports Day
World Book Day

About School

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityWalsall
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed