School Summary

Minsthorpe Community College


Boys: 784
Girls: 804
Total Pupils: 1588
Opened: 01-08-2011
Ofsted: Good
Principal: Mark Gilmore/ Rachael Merritt
Minsthorpe Community College
Minsthorpe Lane
Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF9 2UJ
Telephone: 01977657600
Website: http://minsthorpe.cc

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AdministrativeWard (name): Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton
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DistrictAdministrative (name): Wakefield
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Easting: 447006
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EstablishmentNumber: 4030
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Gender (code): 3
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HeadFirstName: Mark Gilmore/
HeadLastName: Rachael Merritt
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LastChangedDate: 03-05-2023
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OpenDate: 01-08-2011
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PercentageFSM: 25.20
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StatutoryHighAge: 18
StatutoryLowAge: 11
Street: Minsthorpe Lane
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Town: Pontefract
TrustSchoolFlag (code): 5
TrustSchoolFlag (name): Supported by a single-academy trust
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URN: 137011
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reviews: [{"relativePublishTimeDescription":"2 weeks ago","rating":1,"text":{"text":"Do not send your child to this school they are ridiculous. If could give 0 stars I would do","languageCode":"en"},"originalText":{"text":"Do not send your child to this school they are ridiculous. If could give 0 stars I would do","languageCode":"en"},"authorAttribution":{"displayName":"Michael","uri":"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/106521688277058484047\/reviews","photoUri":"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a-\/ALV-UjWqE8PLNmDc46RBXYUb1qTLavIndhxh7OEymFjra00sq1k=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo"},"publishTime":"2023-09-06T15:46:56Z"},{"relativePublishTimeDescription":"6 months ago","rating":3,"text":{"text":"As a former student of Minsthorpe, I feel compelled to share my honest review of the school. While there were some positive aspects, there were also a number of concerning issues that should be addressed.\n\nFirst and foremost, there was a persistent and unpleasant smell of fish that came from the toilets. This made it difficult for students to concentrate on their studies and was a source of discomfort for many. It is concerning that this issue was not addressed promptly and effectively.\n\nAdditionally, the quality of the food served in the school cafeteria was subpar. The pink chicken burgers in particular were of poor quality and had an unappetizing texture. It is important for schools to ensure that the food being served to students is not only safe, but also of good quality and nutritionally balanced.\n\nLastly, there were reports of students vaping in the school toilets. This is a serious concern, as vaping has been linked to a number of health issues and can be a distraction to other students.\n\nOverall, while there were some positive aspects to Minsthorpe, these concerning issues cannot be overlooked. I hope that the school administration takes swift action to address these issues and ensure that the school provides a safe and healthy learning environment for all students.","languageCode":"en"},"originalText":{"text":"As a former student of Minsthorpe, I feel compelled to share my honest review of the school. While there were some positive aspects, there were also a number of concerning issues that should be addressed.\n\nFirst and foremost, there was a persistent and unpleasant smell of fish that came from the toilets. This made it difficult for students to concentrate on their studies and was a source of discomfort for many. It is concerning that this issue was not addressed promptly and effectively.\n\nAdditionally, the quality of the food served in the school cafeteria was subpar. The pink chicken burgers in particular were of poor quality and had an unappetizing texture. It is important for schools to ensure that the food being served to students is not only safe, but also of good quality and nutritionally balanced.\n\nLastly, there were reports of students vaping in the school toilets. This is a serious concern, as vaping has been linked to a number of health issues and can be a distraction to other students.\n\nOverall, while there were some positive aspects to Minsthorpe, these concerning issues cannot be overlooked. I hope that the school administration takes swift action to address these issues and ensure that the school provides a safe and healthy learning environment for all students.","languageCode":"en"},"authorAttribution":{"displayName":"SESKU WASH","uri":"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/113817986083288481633\/reviews","photoUri":"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a\/ACg8ocJCfDwMS4qVbBkb_bW_OS6pV1DHr7H5YOt0QwBBZ9lM=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo"},"publishTime":"2023-03-23T23:33:05Z"},{"relativePublishTimeDescription":"4 months ago","rating":1,"text":{"text":"The care of students who have suffered bereavement and other personal difficulties is disgusting. In my profession I visited Minsthorpe on a regular basis this was over 13 years ago and it's still no better today than it was then.\nThere is supposed to be an emphasis on children's mental health currently in the UK. Someone needs to let this school know","languageCode":"en"},"originalText":{"text":"The care of students who have suffered bereavement and other personal difficulties is disgusting. In my profession I visited Minsthorpe on a regular basis this was over 13 years ago and it's still no better today than it was then.\nThere is supposed to be an emphasis on children's mental health currently in the UK. Someone needs to let this school know","languageCode":"en"},"authorAttribution":{"displayName":"Lynne Smith","uri":"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/116313261643227426494\/reviews","photoUri":"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a\/ACg8ocLMDjsI9Xo3sA35_D6C3fEBYVEYez-Qhx-wb3Yl7xyo=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo"},"publishTime":"2023-05-11T14:07:03Z"},{"relativePublishTimeDescription":"6 months ago","rating":1,"text":{"text":"School isnt good at all, if you have disabilities and early careers they just love to penalize the kids and love to give students detentions. School board really need to be called in because is beyond rediculas at this point. Think students parents need to meet up and seek legal advice as I don't see it improving at all. Very sad especially when the kids try hard, they don't care either if your child gets attacked or parents getting gross inappropriate comments from the boy's while talking on the phone to your child. Any complaints just get fobbed off. Incredibly distructive and they should be ashamed.\nAlso just an update ...\nThey are making children of ages 12-13 years of age reading blood brothers by willy Russell !! Which is an age appropriate for 18+ years old and is extremely explicit!! To all parents who have children that go to this school and are in year 8 I really would urge you to look at the English literature that your child is being made to read!! Absolutely disgusting!!","languageCode":"en"},"originalText":{"text":"School isnt good at all, if you have disabilities and early careers they just love to penalize the kids and love to give students detentions. School board really need to be called in because is beyond rediculas at this point. Think students parents need to meet up and seek legal advice as I don't see it improving at all. Very sad especially when the kids try hard, they don't care either if your child gets attacked or parents getting gross inappropriate comments from the boy's while talking on the phone to your child. Any complaints just get fobbed off. Incredibly distructive and they should be ashamed.\nAlso just an update ...\nThey are making children of ages 12-13 years of age reading blood brothers by willy Russell !! Which is an age appropriate for 18+ years old and is extremely explicit!! To all parents who have children that go to this school and are in year 8 I really would urge you to look at the English literature that your child is being made to read!! Absolutely disgusting!!","languageCode":"en"},"authorAttribution":{"displayName":"Lucy Watson","uri":"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/116601952776656981214\/reviews","photoUri":"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a-\/ALV-UjX8x9-nWL7PaIp2J97uQTcIgQLM8RZLfNKONYgFRtW0SKLA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3"},"publishTime":"2023-03-29T07:46:25Z"},{"relativePublishTimeDescription":"6 months ago","rating":1,"text":{"text":"This school is appalling and how they deal with kids struggling is disgusting do not bring your kids to this school if your child is bullied they will tell you to just move schools","languageCode":"en"},"originalText":{"text":"This school is appalling and how they deal with kids struggling is disgusting do not bring your kids to this school if your child is bullied they will tell you to just move schools","languageCode":"en"},"authorAttribution":{"displayName":"Shifu","uri":"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/116172293121925258090\/reviews","photoUri":"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a-\/ALV-UjXFb2GY-vOtMyrM_myHGDHQr3Burs3UNNHhHLHXdInD4Zw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo"},"publishTime":"2023-03-01T19:08:11Z"}]