St Thomas à Becket Catholic Secondary School, A Voluntary Academy
URN: 138950 • Wakefield WF2 6EQ
Overview
- Name
- St Thomas à Becket Catholic Secondary School, A Voluntary Academy
- URN
- 138950
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE BISHOP KONSTANT CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Patrick Caldwell (since 2025) , Acting Principal
- Telephone
- 01924303545
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Barnsley Road, Wakefield WF2 6EQ
Summary
St Thomas à Becket Catholic Secondary School is a mixed voluntary academy located in Wakefield, serving a diverse community of 763 pupils. The school is committed to providing a holistic education that nurtures students spiritually, academically, physically, and emotionally, regardless of their backgrounds. The ethos of the school is rooted in Catholic values, aiming to support families in helping their children realise their potential and individuality.
The curriculum at St Thomas à Becket is designed to foster both academic achievement and personal growth. The school offers a wide range of opportunities, including extensive sports provision and creative activities, ensuring that every child can thrive in various aspects of their education. The school is particularly noted for its exceptional pastoral care, which plays a crucial role in supporting students' well-being and development.
With a strong emphasis on community, St Thomas à Becket welcomes pupils from across the Deanery and beyond, reinforcing its commitment to inclusivity. The school encourages parental involvement and engagement, exemplified by events such as open evenings, where families can explore the school's offerings and meet the staff.
The curriculum at St Thomas à Becket is designed to foster both academic achievement and personal growth. The school offers a wide range of opportunities, including extensive sports provision and creative activities, ensuring that every child can thrive in various aspects of their education. The school is particularly noted for its exceptional pastoral care, which plays a crucial role in supporting students' well-being and development.
With a strong emphasis on community, St Thomas à Becket welcomes pupils from across the Deanery and beyond, reinforcing its commitment to inclusivity. The school encourages parental involvement and engagement, exemplified by events such as open evenings, where families can explore the school's offerings and meet the staff.
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Nearby alternatives
- Outwood Grange Academy (68.4)
- Woodkirk Academy (67.3)
- Horbury Academy (61.6)
- Rodillian Academy (61.0)
- Trinity Academy Cathedral (60.3)
Key details
- LA
- Wakefield
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE BISHOP KONSTANT CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 750
- Pupils
- 763
- Boys
- 385
- Girls
- 378
- FSM %
- 26.50
- Open date
- 2012-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-30
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 763 | 385 | 378 | 750 | 26.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 731 | 369 | 362 | 750 | 24.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 744 | 366 | 378 | 750 | 20.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 744 | 366 | 378 | 750 | 20.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 744 | 383 | 361 | 750 | 17.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 750 | 375 | 375 | 750 | 16.10 |
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