Smawthorne Henry Moore Primary School, Castleford

URN: 133621 • Castleford WF10 5AX

Overview

Name
Smawthorne Henry Moore Primary School, Castleford
URN
133621
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sophie Dixon (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01977558395
Website
Visit
Address
Ashton Road, Castleford WF10 5AX

Summary

Smawthorne Henry Moore Primary School, located in Castleford, is a mixed community school with a current enrollment of 492 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 530. The school is part of the Accomplish Multi Academy Trust and is committed to providing a high-quality education in a supportive environment. The school's ethos emphasizes high expectations and a vibrant school life, fostering a strong sense of community among students, staff, and families.

The curriculum at Smawthorne Henry Moore is designed to be comprehensive and engaging, covering core subjects such as reading, writing, maths, and science, alongside RSHE and PSHE. The school also offers a range of extracurricular activities and enrichment opportunities to enhance students' learning experiences. Support for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) is a priority, ensuring that all pupils receive the assistance they need to thrive.

With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (33.10%), the school is dedicated to promoting inclusivity and providing additional resources through initiatives like the Pupil Premium. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community through various channels, including the Parent Handbook and regular communication about school events and policies.

Key details

LA
Wakefield
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
530
Pupils
492
Boys
261
Girls
231
FSM %
33.10
Open date
2002-09-01
Close date
2025-01-31
Last Ofsted
2020-02-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 492 261 231 530 33.10
2024-09-11 482 254 228 530 36.10
2023-09-11 487 252 235 530 31.10
2022-09-11 487 252 235 385 31.10
2021-09-11 480 252 228 385 28.50
2020-09-11 493 259 234 385 25.90

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