Wolgarston High School
URN: 124415 • Stafford ST19 5RX
Overview
- Name
- Wolgarston High School
- URN
- 124415
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Philip Tapp (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Cannock Road, Stafford ST19 5RX
Summary
Wolgarston High School is a mixed community secondary school located in Stafford, Staffordshire, with a current enrolment of 667 pupils and a capacity of 849. The school is dedicated to providing a high-quality education that not only meets but exceeds academic expectations. The leadership, under Headteacher Mr Dan Boden, emphasizes the importance of critical thinking, integrity, and personal growth, aiming to empower students to reach their full potential in all aspects of life.
The school's ethos is encapsulated in "The Wolgarston Way," which promotes values such as honesty, respect, and community pride. Students are encouraged to make positive choices and contribute to a supportive learning environment. The curriculum is designed to challenge students and foster a love for learning, supported by dedicated teachers who employ research-driven approaches to education.
Wolgarston High School values collaboration with families and the wider community, recognizing that parental involvement is key to student success. The school encourages open communication and feedback, fostering a partnership that aims to create a holistic educational experience for all students.
The school's ethos is encapsulated in "The Wolgarston Way," which promotes values such as honesty, respect, and community pride. Students are encouraged to make positive choices and contribute to a supportive learning environment. The curriculum is designed to challenge students and foster a love for learning, supported by dedicated teachers who employ research-driven approaches to education.
Wolgarston High School values collaboration with families and the wider community, recognizing that parental involvement is key to student success. The school encourages open communication and feedback, fostering a partnership that aims to create a holistic educational experience for all students.
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Nearby alternatives
- The Weston Road Academy (60.6)
- Blessed William Howard Catholic School (60.2)
- Sir Graham Balfour High School (60.2)
- Walton High School (60.2)
- Walton High School (60.1)
Key details
- LA
- Staffordshire
- Age range
- 13 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 849
- Pupils
- 667
- Boys
- 329
- Girls
- 338
- FSM %
- 7.10
- Open date
- Close date
- 2018-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2014-01-30
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Staffordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 667 | 329 | 338 | 849 | 7.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 667 | 329 | 338 | 849 | 7.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 667 | 329 | 338 | 849 | 7.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 667 | 329 | 338 | 849 | 7.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 667 | 329 | 338 | 849 | 7.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 667 | 329 | 338 | 849 | 7.10 |
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