Knottingley St Botolphs C of E Academy
URN: 139107 • Knottingley WF11 9BT
Overview
- Name
- Knottingley St Botolphs C of E Academy
- URN
- 139107
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 54.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Donna Adams (since 2025) , Acting Principal
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Primrose Vale, Knottingley WF11 9BT
Summary
Knottingley St Botolphs C of E Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Knottingley, Wakefield, with a current enrolment of 351 pupils, just below its capacity of 354. The school operates under the Enhance Trust and is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment where children feel valued and supported. The ethos of the academy is rooted in its Christian values, promoting a sense of community and belonging among students and families.
The curriculum at St Botolph's is designed to be engaging and comprehensive, covering a wide range of subjects including literacy, maths, and the arts. The school places a strong emphasis on personal, social, and emotional development, ensuring that children are well-rounded and prepared for future challenges. Additional support services, such as SEND provisions and mental health resources, are available to cater to the diverse needs of the student population.
St Botolph's Academy actively encourages parental involvement and community engagement, fostering strong relationships between families and the school. The academy offers various extracurricular activities and support services, including wrap-around care and a national breakfast club, to enhance the overall educational experience for its pupils.
The curriculum at St Botolph's is designed to be engaging and comprehensive, covering a wide range of subjects including literacy, maths, and the arts. The school places a strong emphasis on personal, social, and emotional development, ensuring that children are well-rounded and prepared for future challenges. Additional support services, such as SEND provisions and mental health resources, are available to cater to the diverse needs of the student population.
St Botolph's Academy actively encourages parental involvement and community engagement, fostering strong relationships between families and the school. The academy offers various extracurricular activities and support services, including wrap-around care and a national breakfast club, to enhance the overall educational experience for its pupils.
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Nearby alternatives
- Fairburn Community Primary School (71.4)
- The Vale Primary Academy (63.6)
- Brotherton and Byram Community Primary Academy (53.9)
- Willow Green Academy (50.4)
- Simpson's Lane Academy (50.4)
Key details
- LA
- Wakefield
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 354
- Pupils
- 351
- Boys
- 177
- Girls
- 174
- FSM %
- 15.50
- Open date
- 2012-12-01
- Close date
- 2018-02-28
- Last Ofsted
- 2017-12-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 351 | 177 | 174 | 354 | 15.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 351 | 177 | 174 | 354 | 15.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 351 | 177 | 174 | 354 | 15.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 351 | 177 | 174 | 354 | 15.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 351 | 177 | 174 | 354 | 15.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 351 | 177 | 174 | 354 | 15.50 |
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