Kettlethorpe High School

URN: 108271 • Wakefield WF2 7EL

Overview

Name
Kettlethorpe High School
URN
108271
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Roisin Paul (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01924251605
Website
Visit
Address
Kettlethorpe Hall Drive, Wakefield WF2 7EL

Summary

Kettlethorpe High School is a mixed community secondary school located in Wakefield, serving students aged 11 to 16. With a current enrolment of 1,672 pupils, the school has a capacity of 1,750 and is committed to providing a broad and ambitious curriculum. The school prides itself on its high attendance rates, which exceed the national average, and its strong performance in public examinations, enabling students to progress to post-16 education and employment.

The school fosters an inclusive environment where every pupil is valued, supported by a range of extracurricular activities that promote personal development. Kettlethorpe High School has received recognition for its commitment to student welfare, with Ofsted highlighting its noteworthy efforts in supporting pupils' personal growth. The school also emphasizes literacy through its 'richer reading' initiative, encouraging a love of reading among students.

Community engagement is a key aspect of Kettlethorpe High School, with a history of charitable fundraising exceeding £115,000 over the past decade. The school promotes kindness through its Kindness Charter and has established a supportive culture for all students. For families considering admission, the school hosts an open evening to facilitate the transition to high school.

Key details

LA
Wakefield
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1750
Pupils
1672
Boys
826
Girls
846
FSM %
23.60
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-06-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1672 826 846 1750 23.60
2024-09-11 1686 824 862 1660 21.40
2023-09-11 1659 828 831 1660 15.60
2022-09-11 1659 828 831 1660 15.60
2021-09-11 1619 809 810 1660 13.50
2020-09-11 1619 801 818 1550 11.00

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