West End Academy

URN: 140003 • Pontefract WF9 4QJ

Overview

Name
West End Academy
URN
140003
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
WATERTON ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Chris Johnson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01924967617
Website
Visit
Address
Regent Street, Pontefract WF9 4QJ

Summary

West End Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Pontefract, Wakefield, with a current enrolment of 189 pupils against a capacity of 236. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. The core values of the academy emphasize aiming high, achieving together, and embracing differences, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to reach their full potential.

The curriculum at West End Academy is designed to be rich and diverse, engaging and challenging pupils while inspiring a love for learning. The school strives for excellence in education, providing high-quality learning opportunities tailored to meet the needs of all students, regardless of their backgrounds. With a focus on making outstanding progress, the academy aims to lay a solid foundation for lifelong learning.

West End Academy also places importance on community involvement and safety, regularly updating parents on school events and initiatives through their website. The headteacher, Mr. C Johnson, leads the school with a dedication to ensuring that every child receives the best education possible.

Key details

LA
Wakefield
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
WATERTON ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
236
Pupils
189
Boys
94
Girls
95
FSM %
30.20
Open date
2013-10-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-07-02
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 189 94 95 236 30.20
2024-09-11 187 97 90 236 32.10
2023-09-11 212 108 104 236 24.70
2022-09-11 212 108 104 236 24.70
2021-09-11 224 115 109 262 22.00
2020-09-11 230 119 111 262 19.40

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