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West Walsall E-ACT Academy Catchment Area

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

West Walsall E-ACT Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Walsall , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1186 pupils, and a capacity of 1100 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,186

Pupils

1,100

Capacity

108%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

West Walsall E-ACT Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, West Walsall E-ACT Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Walsall. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 1186 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1100 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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

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West Walsall E-ACT Academy — School Information

Full address
Primley Avenue, Walsall, WS2 9UA
Local authority
Walsall
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
54.9% of pupils
DfE URN
138374

Other Secondary Schools in Walsall

If West Walsall E-ACT Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Walsall are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — West Walsall E-ACT Academy

Is West Walsall E-ACT Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — West Walsall E-ACT Academy currently has 1186 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1100 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for West Walsall E-ACT Academy?

Admission to West Walsall E-ACT Academy is managed by Walsall. 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 West Walsall E-ACT Academy cover?

West Walsall E-ACT Academy is a secondary school in Walsall, 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 West Walsall E-ACT Academy?

West Walsall E-ACT Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.