The Vale Primary Academy

URN: 138332 • Knottingley WF11 8JF

Overview

Name
The Vale Primary Academy
URN
138332
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
DELTA ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
63.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sally Cartwright (since 2025) , Head of Academy
Telephone
01977722485
Website
Visit
Address
Ferrybridge Road, Knottingley WF11 8JF

Summary

The Vale Primary Academy, located in Knottingley, Wakefield, is a mixed academy converter serving 218 pupils with a capacity of 236. The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment where children can thrive academically and socially. The ethos of the academy emphasizes the importance of happiness, safety, and engagement in learning, ensuring that every child receives high-quality education and care.

The curriculum at The Vale Primary Academy is designed to offer a wide range of learning opportunities, fostering confident and enthusiastic learners. The school values the input of parents and the wider community, actively encouraging communication and collaboration to enhance the educational experience for all students.

As part of the Delta Academies Trust, The Vale Primary Academy is dedicated to making a positive impact within its local community. The school prioritizes safeguarding, inclusivity, and the well-being of its pupils, ensuring that they are well-prepared for their future educational journeys. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at www.thevpacademy.org.uk.

Key details

LA
Wakefield
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
DELTA ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
236
Pupils
218
Boys
108
Girls
110
FSM %
22.40
Open date
2012-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2013-05-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 218 108 110 236 22.40
2024-09-11 217 108 109 236 21.70
2023-09-11 244 120 124 236 23.50
2022-09-11 244 120 124 236 23.50
2021-09-11 241 120 121 236 16.40
2020-09-11 233 118 115 236 15.90

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