Outwood Primary Academy Kirkhamgate
URN: 139080 • Wakefield WF2 0RS
Overview
- Name
- Outwood Primary Academy Kirkhamgate
- URN
- 139080
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- OUTWOOD GRANGE ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 67.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Matthew Vickers (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01924907436
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Brandy Carr Road, Wakefield WF2 0RS
Summary
Outwood Primary Academy Kirkhamgate, located in Wakefield, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 230 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 238. As part of the Outwood Grange Academies Trust since 2013, the academy prioritises a child-centred approach, aiming to raise educational standards and transform students' lives through a supportive and inclusive environment.
The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum aligned with the UK primary national curriculum, complemented by enrichment activities designed to enhance learning experiences. The academy fosters a positive climate for learning, encouraging high standards and a strong attitude towards education. Parents can engage with their child's learning through platforms like Google Classroom and are invited to discuss academic progress with teachers.
Community involvement and mental wellbeing are also key focuses at Outwood Primary Academy Kirkhamgate, with various events and initiatives aimed at supporting both students and families. The academy is committed to creating a culture of success that benefits all members of the school community.
The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum aligned with the UK primary national curriculum, complemented by enrichment activities designed to enhance learning experiences. The academy fosters a positive climate for learning, encouraging high standards and a strong attitude towards education. Parents can engage with their child's learning through platforms like Google Classroom and are invited to discuss academic progress with teachers.
Community involvement and mental wellbeing are also key focuses at Outwood Primary Academy Kirkhamgate, with various events and initiatives aimed at supporting both students and families. The academy is committed to creating a culture of success that benefits all members of the school community.
Useful links
- Remote Learning Audit (download)
- Vacancies (other)
- Train to Teach (other)
- Parent & Carer Portal (other)
- Academy Virtual Tour (other)
- Family and Community Support (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Wakefield
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- OUTWOOD GRANGE ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 238
- Pupils
- 230
- Boys
- 104
- Girls
- 126
- FSM %
- 9.90
- Open date
- 2013-03-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2014-09-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 230 | 104 | 126 | 238 | 9.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 228 | 105 | 123 | 238 | 9.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 241 | 114 | 127 | 238 | 8.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 241 | 114 | 127 | 249 | 8.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 224 | 107 | 117 | 210 | 8.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 192 | 89 | 103 | 210 | 8.20 |
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