Simpson's Lane Academy

URN: 138535 • Knottingley WF11 0PJ

Overview

Name
Simpson's Lane Academy
URN
138535
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
DELTA ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
50.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lee Colley (since 2025) , Head of Academy
Telephone
01977722515
Website
Visit
Address
Sycamore Avenue, Knottingley WF11 0PJ

Summary

Simpson's Lane Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Knottingley, Wakefield, with a current enrolment of 402 pupils and a capacity of 577. Since becoming an academy in August 2012, it has been part of the Delta Academies Trust, which supports its educational framework and community engagement. The academy prides itself on fostering a stable and secure environment where children can develop resilience, confidence, and a sense of self-worth.

The curriculum at Simpson's Lane Academy is designed to provide high-quality education while nurturing individual needs and promoting lifelong learning. The school emphasizes the development of essential life skills, including responsibility, respect, and readiness for learning. Enrichment opportunities are integrated into the curriculum to enhance students' educational experiences.

Simpson's Lane Academy has received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to academic excellence and student well-being. The academy values strong partnerships with local schools and the wider community, ensuring that every child is celebrated and differences are nurtured. Parents can find more information on the school’s website at www.simpsonslane.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
577
Pupils
402
Boys
211
Girls
191
FSM %
54.10
Open date
2012-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-12-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 402 211 191 577 54.10
2024-09-11 397 203 194 577 53.00
2023-09-11 364 191 173 577 55.80
2022-09-11 364 191 173 577 55.80
2021-09-11 340 185 155 577 54.20
2020-09-11 348 186 162 577 48.10

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