Outwood Primary Academy Ledger Lane
URN: 139108 • Wakefield WF1 2PH
Overview
- Name
- Outwood Primary Academy Ledger Lane
- URN
- 139108
- Type
- Academy converter
- 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
- 76.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rachael Skirrow (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01924907430
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Ledger Lane, Wakefield WF1 2PH
Summary
Outwood Primary Academy Ledger Lane, located in Wakefield, is an Outstanding-rated academy that prioritises the educational needs of its 458 pupils. As part of the Outwood Grange Academies Trust since 2012, the academy is committed to fostering a supportive environment where children are at the heart of all activities. The leadership team, led by Principal Rachael Skirrow, focuses on creating a culture of success and a positive climate for learning.
The academy follows a broad and balanced curriculum aligned with the UK primary national curriculum, ensuring that students engage in a variety of stimulating and enjoyable learning experiences. In addition to the core subjects, Outwood Primary Academy offers enrichment opportunities, including themed weeks and access to a primary learning library that supports students' educational journeys.
Community involvement is encouraged, with resources available for parents and carers to stay informed about their children's progress and school events. The academy also provides various support services, including mental wellbeing initiatives and a parent portal for easy communication.
The academy follows a broad and balanced curriculum aligned with the UK primary national curriculum, ensuring that students engage in a variety of stimulating and enjoyable learning experiences. In addition to the core subjects, Outwood Primary Academy offers enrichment opportunities, including themed weeks and access to a primary learning library that supports students' educational journeys.
Community involvement is encouraged, with resources available for parents and carers to stay informed about their children's progress and school events. The academy also provides various support services, including mental wellbeing initiatives and a parent portal for easy communication.
Useful links
- Upcoming events! (calendar)
- Vacancies (other)
- Train to Teach (other)
- Parent & Carer Portal (other)
- Visit Our Academy (other)
- Family and Community Support (other)
- Parent 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
- 450
- Pupils
- 458
- Boys
- 209
- Girls
- 249
- FSM %
- 13.20
- Open date
- 2012-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-04-03
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 458 | 209 | 249 | 450 | 13.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 471 | 224 | 247 | 450 | 14.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 430 | 207 | 223 | 450 | 12.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 430 | 207 | 223 | 450 | 12.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 428 | 210 | 218 | 300 | 12.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 396 | 203 | 193 | 300 | 6.90 |
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