New Leaf School is an alternative provision academy in Walsall for children and young people aged 5 to 16.
- Ages 5–16
- 20 pupils
- Ofsted: Inadequate
School details
- Type
- Alternative provision academy
- Ages
- 5 to 16
- Boys and girls
- Boys and girls
- Pupils
- 20
- Headteacher
- Ms Claire Fairburn
- Part of
- The Mercian Trust
- Opened
- 1 April 2025
- Free school meals
- 85% of pupils eligible
- Council
- Walsall
- School reference (URN)
- 151297
How to get a place
3 steps
- Talk to your child’s school or the council
Places in alternative provision are usually arranged by your child’s current school or Walsall council, rather than applied for directly.
- If your child has an EHC plan
The placement should be agreed through the plan, with you involved in the decision.
- Get free, independent advice
Your local SENDIASS can explain your options and come to meetings with you.
Questions to ask when you visit
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Ofsted
Special measures. Rated Inadequate, September 2023
Ofsted has placed this school in special measures.
Rated Inadequate at its last graded inspection, in September 2023.
- Quality of educationInadequate
- Behaviour and attitudesInadequate
- Personal developmentInadequate
- Leadership and managementInadequate
- SafeguardingEffective
Contact and getting there
Stroud Avenue, Willenhall, Walsall, WV12 4EG
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Directions: Walk Public transport Drive
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Questions about New Leaf School
How do I get a place at New Leaf School?
Places at New Leaf School are usually arranged by your child’s current school or Walsall council rather than applied for directly. If your child has an EHC plan, the placement should be agreed through it.
What ages does New Leaf School take?
Aged 5 to 16, boys and girls.
What is New Leaf School’s Ofsted rating?
Rated Inadequate by Ofsted in September 2023 at its last graded inspection. Newer inspections no longer give a single overall grade, so read the latest report for the full picture.
Where is New Leaf School?
Stroud Avenue, Willenhall, Walsall, WV12 4EG, in Walsall.
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