High Well School

URN: 131526 • Pontefract WF8 2DD

Overview

Name
High Well School
URN
131526
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
41.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jo Laidlaw (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
01924572100
Website
Visit
Address
Rookhill Road, Pontefract WF8 2DD

Summary

High Well School is a community special school located in Pontefract, Wakefield, catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 9-16 with diverse needs, including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges, speech, language, and communication needs, and moderate learning difficulties. With a current enrolment of 103 pupils and a capacity of 110, the school has a strong focus on providing tailored support to help each child thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

The school's core mission is to prepare pupils for a positive future by equipping them with essential skills for further education, employment, or training. High Well School promotes a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to develop resilience, respect, and responsibility. The dedicated staff team works collaboratively to create an enriching curriculum that addresses individual needs and fosters personal growth.

High Well School values strong relationships within its community, aiming to empower students to manage their emotions and build confidence. The school’s ethos is encapsulated in its commitment to being consistent, safe, respectful, and responsible, ensuring that every pupil is supported on their journey towards adulthood.

Key details

LA
Wakefield
Age range
9 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
110
Pupils
103
Boys
92
Girls
11
FSM %
76.70
Open date
2005-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-09-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 103 92 11 110 76.70
2024-09-11 106 93 13 108 71.70
2023-09-11 80 69 11 105 65.00
2022-09-11 80 69 11 85 65.00
2021-09-11 61 53 8 85 70.50
2020-09-11 75 64 11 75 70.70

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