Wakefield Girls' High School

URN: 108305 • Wakefield WF1 2QS

Overview

Name
Wakefield Girls' High School
URN
108305
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Girls
Religious
None
Admissions
Selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
41.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Judith Tingle (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01924372490
Website
Visit
Address
Wentworth Street, Wakefield WF1 2QS

Summary

Wakefield Girls' High School is an independent school located in Wakefield, catering exclusively to girls aged 7 to 18. With a current enrolment of 675 pupils and a capacity of 900, the school is part of the Wakefield Grammar School Foundation, which is recognized among the top independent school groups in the North of England. The school emphasizes a holistic education, combining academic excellence with extensive extracurricular and super curricular activities to foster personal development.

The ethos of Wakefield Girls' High School is encapsulated in "The Wakefield Way," which guides the school's approach to education, social interaction, and ethical development. The school prides itself on small class sizes, allowing for personalized attention from teachers and support from teaching assistants, which contributes to a nurturing learning environment.

Located in the historic centre of Wakefield, the school is easily accessible by public transport and offers various school bus services. Parents have praised the school for its supportive community and the positive impact it has on students, highlighting the strong role models among older students and the enriching experiences provided through a diverse range of activities.

Key details

LA
Wakefield
Age range
7 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
900
Pupils
675
Boys
0
Girls
675
FSM %
Open date
1980-09-30
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 675 0 675 900
2024-09-11 734 0 734 900
2023-09-11 765 0 765 900 0.00
2022-09-11 765 0 765 900 0.00
2021-09-11 596 0 596 900 0.00
2020-09-11 621 0 621 734 0.00

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