Carleton High School

URN: 139501 • Pontefract WF8 3NW

Overview

Name
Carleton High School
URN
139501
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
PONTEFRACT ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Shaheen Shariff (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01977781555
Website
Visit
Address
Green Lane, Pontefract WF8 3NW

Summary

Carleton High School is a mixed secondary academy located in Pontefract, Wakefield, with a current enrolment of 1,021 pupils and a capacity of 1,050. The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for all students, with a focus on academic achievement and personal development. Approximately 29.80% of the student population is eligible for free school meals, indicating a diverse socio-economic background.

The school offers a broad curriculum designed to meet the needs of its students, preparing them for further education and future careers. Carleton High School emphasizes the importance of both academic and extracurricular activities, fostering a well-rounded educational experience. The school community is actively engaged in promoting positive values and encouraging students to take an active role in their learning.

For more information about Carleton High School, including details on its ethos, curriculum, and support services, parents can visit the school's website. However, it appears that the website is currently undergoing maintenance, and further configuration is needed for full access.

Key details

LA
Wakefield
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
PONTEFRACT ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
1050
Pupils
1021
Boys
513
Girls
508
FSM %
29.80
Open date
2013-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-07-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1021 513 508 1050 29.80
2024-09-11 1017 515 502 1050 28.40
2023-09-11 982 484 498 1050 24.80
2022-09-11 982 484 498 1050 24.80
2021-09-11 965 450 515 1050 22.30
2020-09-11 926 457 469 1050 19.40

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