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Southam College
Southam·West Midlands·Academy
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SecondaryAcademyAges 11–18Co-edDoes not apply
Southam College is a secondary academy in Southam, West Midlands. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
In terms of academic performance, Southam College has a Progress 8 score of +0.08 (above the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 49.6, 69% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of B-.
The school has 1,623 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 23.1%, 14% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 11.0%.
After leaving Southam College, student destinations include 59% going on to university and 2% entering apprenticeships.
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Southam College has a Progress 8 score of +0.08, which is above the national average of 0. Progress 8 measures how much progress students make between the end of Key Stage 2 and their GCSE results, compared to students with similar starting points nationally.
The school's Attainment 8 score is 49.6. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
69% of students at Southam College achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at Southam College achieve an average A-Level grade of B-. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
Southam College has an overall absence rate of 11.0%. The national average for secondary schools is approximately 5.5%.
The teacher turnover rate at Southam College is 23.1%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
Southam College has 1,623 pupils on roll.
14% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving Southam College, 59% go on to university and 2% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: April 2026
Southam College was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted following an inspection in September 2021 (4 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Southam College is overdue for reinspection.
An "Outstanding" rating means Ofsted found the quality of education, behaviour, personal development, and leadership to all be of the highest standard. Only around 18% of schools in England hold this rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Southam College's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.
Ofsted data is displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
26/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
15/mo
58% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 6.2 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 6.6
Bus Stops
11
Within 500m
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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This inspection was 4 years ago. Schools are typically re-inspected every 4 years — this rating may no longer reflect the current school.
Quality of Education
Outstanding
Behaviour & Attitudes
Outstanding
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Outstanding
Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.