Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form, Tamworth
Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form is a post-16 school for pupils aged 16 to 19 in Tamworth, part of Landau Forte Charitable Trust. It was rated Good at its last graded Ofsted inspection, in November 2024.
- Ofsted
- Good (2024)
Data last updated 26 Oct 2026
Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form in detail
Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form in its own words
In its own words: "Our ethos and approach are underpinned by high expectations of what every student can achieve. Across the sixth form, we strive to:"
From the headteacher's welcome: "It is with great pride that I introduce myself as the Principal of Tamworth Sixth Form. I am passionate about creating challenging and aspirational experiences for our students, and I am looking forward to leading the Academy on the next stage of its journey."
Vision and values (school website)Headteacher's welcome (school website)
Source: The school's own website
The trust
Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form is one of 6 schools run by Landau Forte Charitable Trust, an academy trust.
Where pupils go next
Of the 208 students who left the sixth form in 2023/24, 44% went on to university or other higher education, 8% to apprenticeships and 34% into work. 11% went to one of the most selective third of universities.
Who goes there
13.9% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 7.1% speak English as an additional language, according to the 2026 school census.
In 2026, 19 pupils (4.5%) received SEN support and 3 (0.7%) had an education, health and care plan. The most common need among them is autism.
Getting there
The nearest railway station is Tamworth Rail Station, about 430 metres away (roughly a 5-minute walk).
14 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Landau Forte Academy (adjacent), 190 metres away.
The area around the school
In August 2026, police recorded 183 crimes within a mile of the school, most often violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour and public order offences. That is well above the typical figure around schools in Staffordshire (86), as is usual near a town centre.
Suspensions and exclusions
Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form recorded no suspensions or permanent exclusions in 2024/25.
Sources: DfE multi-academy trust performance data; DfE destination measures; DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport); English Indices of Deprivation 2025 (MHCLG); data.police.uk street-level crime; DfE exclusions statistics
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 2 years agoOverall
Quality of Education
Behaviour & Attitudes
Personal Development
Leadership & Management
Safeguarding: effective
Source: Ofsted, further education and skills inspections and outcomes (Open Government Licence)
Ofsted Insights
From Ofsted's November 2024 inspection report.
What This School Does Well
Students thrive in a positive, caring environment where they develop excellent independent study skills and strong social and professional abilities. Teachers use effective strategies to help students remember information and understand complex topics, with most students going on to their first-choice universities. The academy provides excellent targeted support for students with additional needs, helping them achieve in line with their peers.
Key Strengths
- Outstanding student behaviour and maturity, with high attendance rates and positive attitudes towards learning -
- Well-planned and coherent curriculums that build on students' prior knowledge and prepare them effectively for university -
- Effective teaching strategies that help students develop strong independent study skills and apply knowledge to complex problems -
- Excellent support for students with special educational needs and/or disabilities, helping them grow in independence and confidence -
- Clear careers guidance and advice to help students progress to their chosen universities or apprenticeships
Areas for Improvement
- Too few of the most able students achieve the highest possible grades in their final examinations -
- Some teachers do not identify students' starting points well enough at the beginning of study and do not adapt teaching to fill skills gaps early enough -
- Limited participation in enrichment activities - too few students routinely take part in opportunities to develop their talents and interests
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with students developing good understanding of how to keep themselves safe and healthy, including identifying signs of neglect or abuse and understanding risks such as knife crime and far-right extremism.
Extracurricular Activities
Student choir, community service projects including crocheting blankets for local hospitals, talks from industry specialists, study support drop-in sessions
Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form is a 16 to 19 academy in Tamworth, Staffordshire, with 400 students studying a combination of academic and vocational subjects at level 3. The academy has been rated as Good overall with Outstanding behaviour and attitudes.
About
Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form is a Sixth form centre and academy situated in Tamworth, Staffordshire, England.
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At a Glance
13.9%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Special Measures
Sixth Form Performance (A-Level)
A-Level Results
C+
Average grade
34.0
Points per entry
C+
Best 3 A-Levels
14%
Achieving AAB+
Average
Value added
143
A-Level students
89%
Retention rate
2024/25 academic year
A-Level Subjects Offered
+ 4 more subjects
2024/25 academic year - entries by number of students
After A-Levels - Leaver Destinations
After A-Levels (Year 13) - 208 students
2023/24 data
University & Higher Education Destinations
11%
Top-third university
51%
Degree course
55%
Any L4+ destination
3%
Apprenticeships
Based on 143 students completing 16-18 study
2022/23 cohort - "Top-third" = most selective third of UK universities by student intake
Latest from Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form
A Level Results Day
13 Aug 2026
Summer Term Newsletter
17 Jul 2026
Term 5 Academy Newsletter
22 May 2026
Term 4 Academy Newsletter
27 Mar 2026
Term 3 Academy Newsletter
13 Feb 2026
Academy Newsletter - December
19 Dec 2025
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Social & online
Keep up with Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form
Getting There
Train Stations
Bus Stops
Safety and surroundings
Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)
- Collisions
- 10
- Fatal
- 1
- Serious
- 0
- Children hurt
- 1
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 10 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: 1 fatal, 0 serious and 9 slight.
1 child aged 0 to 15 was hurt.
3 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included.
The typical figure for schools in Staffordshire is 5 (the median across 457 schools, same distance and years).
Serious and slight counts use the Department for Transport's severity adjustment, which allows for changes in how police forces record injuries; they are estimates, rounded to whole numbers. Distances are in a straight line. Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Commute and house prices
Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
49%
Available places
424 pupils
860 places
436 spare places
as recorded on GIAS
Area Demand Pressure - Tamworth
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for Tamworth
Across Staffordshire council
Places available
8,807
Applications
7,681
Got 1st preference
91.9%
Got preferred school
98.5%
All secondary applications across Staffordshire council (2026/27), not just this school.
Inspection History(4)
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
19
SEN Support
3
EHC Plans
5.2%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Pupils by Need Type
Pupil Demographics
Ethnicity
2026 academic year
Key Indicators
424
Total Pupils
159
Boys
265
Girls
2026 academic year
Workforce
82
Teachers
5.2:1
Pupil-teacher ratio
£50,452
Mean salary
2026 data
Questions parents ask about Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form
What is Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form's Ofsted rating?
Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form was rated Good at its most recent Ofsted inspection in November 2024.
What is the catchment area for Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form?
No fixed boundary. When Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form is oversubscribed, Staffordshire allocates places by its published criteria, usually ending with home-to-school distance.
How big are the classes at Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form?
Classes at Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form average 14.8 pupils (2025/26).
How many pupils go to Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form?
Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form has around 424 pupils on roll. 14% are eligible for free school meals.
How do I apply to Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form?
Apply through Staffordshire's coordinated admissions process, naming Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form on your application. The national closing date in England is 31 October for secondary places and 15 January for primary places, in the year before your child starts.
How many road collisions happen near Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form?
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 10 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: 1 fatal, 0 serious and 9 slight. 1 child aged 0 to 15 was hurt. 3 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included. The typical figure for schools in Staffordshire is 5 (the median across 457 schools, same distance and years).
Where is Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form?
Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form is at Ashby Road, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79 8AA.
Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)