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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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