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The Phoenix Collegiate Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

The Phoenix Collegiate is a foundation secondary school in West Bromwich, Sandwell , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1920 pupils, and a capacity of 2008 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,920

Pupils

2,008

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

The Phoenix Collegiate Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at The Phoenix Collegiate are allocated by Sandwell using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.

Operating near capacity: 96% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Sandwell before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Sandwell catchment area documents →

The Phoenix Collegiate — School Information

Full address
Clarkes Lane, West Bromwich, B71 2BX
Local authority
Sandwell
School type
Foundation school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
43.1% of pupils
DfE URN
136091

Other Secondary Schools in West Bromwich

If The Phoenix Collegiate is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in West Bromwich are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Phoenix Collegiate

Is The Phoenix Collegiate oversubscribed?

The Phoenix Collegiate is operating close to its capacity of 2008 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Phoenix Collegiate?

Admission to The Phoenix Collegiate is managed by Sandwell. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does The Phoenix Collegiate cover?

The Phoenix Collegiate is a secondary school in West Bromwich, Sandwell, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Phoenix Collegiate?

The Phoenix Collegiate was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.