Silcoates School

URN: 108303 • West Yorkshire WF2 0PD

Overview

Name
Silcoates School
URN
108303
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
United Reformed Church
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
45.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Chris Wainman (since 2025) , Headmaster
Telephone
01924291614
Website
Visit
Address
Silcoates Lane, West Yorkshire WF2 0PD

Summary

Silcoates School is an independent mixed school located in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, catering to 514 students with a capacity of 800. The school offers education from Pre-School through to Sixth Form, emphasising a child-centred approach that fosters exploration, creativity, and intellectual curiosity. Small class sizes ensure that each pupil receives personalised attention, promoting both academic and emotional development.

The school prides itself on outstanding pastoral support, helping students navigate their educational journey while preparing them for future challenges. Silcoates provides a balanced curriculum alongside a wide range of extracurricular activities, allowing pupils to discover and pursue their interests in areas such as music, sport, and leadership.

Silcoates School aims to develop well-rounded individuals who are not only successful academically but also equipped with essential life skills. The school community is characterised by a culture of kindness, where every student is known and supported, fostering a sense of belonging and ambition among its pupils.

Key details

LA
Wakefield
Age range
2 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
800
Pupils
514
Boys
279
Girls
235
FSM %
Open date
1919-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 514 279 235 800
2024-09-11 549 299 250 800
2023-09-11 517 275 242 800 0.00
2022-09-11 517 275 242 800 0.00
2021-09-11 500 262 238 800 0.00
2020-09-11 551 291 260 800 0.00

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