Castleford Academy

URN: 136633 • Castleford WF10 4JQ

Overview

Name
Castleford Academy
URN
136633
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
CASTLEFORD ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
69.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Wesley Bush (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01977605060
Website
Visit
Address
Ferrybridge Road, Castleford WF10 4JQ

Summary

Castleford Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Castleford, Wakefield, with a current enrollment of 1,477 students and a capacity of 1,500. The academy operates as an academy converter and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive educational environment. Approximately 27.6% of students are eligible for free school meals, reflecting the school's engagement with the local community.

The curriculum at Castleford Academy is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, offering a range of subjects at Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, including options for BTEC and GCSE qualifications. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development, with various extracurricular activities and leadership opportunities available to students. Additionally, the academy has a dedicated resource base for deaf children, ensuring tailored support for students with specific needs.

Castleford Academy is focused on fostering fundamental British values and promoting a safe, respectful learning environment. The school prioritizes safeguarding, pupil premium support, and offers various resources for parents, including information on attendance, homework, and exam preparation. For more details, parents can visit the academy's website at http://www.castlefordacademy.com.

Key details

LA
Wakefield
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
CASTLEFORD ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1500
Pupils
1477
Boys
763
Girls
714
FSM %
27.60
Open date
2011-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-10-10
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1477 763 714 1500 27.60
2024-09-11 1513 780 733 1590 25.80
2023-09-11 1479 761 718 1590 21.90
2022-09-11 1479 761 718 1590 21.90
2021-09-11 1469 751 718 1224 19.60
2020-09-11 1412 756 656 1224 17.60

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