Outwood Primary Academy Lofthouse Gate
URN: 140085 • Wakefield WF3 3HU
Overview
- Name
- Outwood Primary Academy Lofthouse Gate
- URN
- 140085
- 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
- 72.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Emma Cadman (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01924821160
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Canal Lane, Wakefield WF3 3HU
Summary
Outwood Primary Academy Lofthouse Gate, located in Wakefield, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 457 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 452. The school is part of the Outwood Grange Academies Trust and has been rated Outstanding by Ofsted. The academy prioritises a supportive environment, placing children at the heart of its mission to provide high-quality education and foster a culture of success.
The curriculum at Outwood Primary Academy is broad and balanced, adhering to the UK primary national curriculum while also offering enrichment opportunities to enhance learning experiences. The school encourages a positive attitude towards learning and aims to make education enjoyable and memorable for all students. Parents can engage with their child's learning through platforms like Google Classroom and are encouraged to communicate with teachers regarding their child's progress.
The academy is committed to community involvement and supports various initiatives, including mental wellbeing and remote learning resources. For more information on admissions, policies, and upcoming events, parents can visit the school's website.
The curriculum at Outwood Primary Academy is broad and balanced, adhering to the UK primary national curriculum while also offering enrichment opportunities to enhance learning experiences. The school encourages a positive attitude towards learning and aims to make education enjoyable and memorable for all students. Parents can engage with their child's learning through platforms like Google Classroom and are encouraged to communicate with teachers regarding their child's progress.
The academy is committed to community involvement and supports various initiatives, including mental wellbeing and remote learning resources. For more information on admissions, policies, and upcoming events, parents can visit the school's website.
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
- 452
- Pupils
- 457
- Boys
- 217
- Girls
- 240
- FSM %
- 6.80
- Open date
- 2013-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-04-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 457 | 217 | 240 | 452 | 6.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 451 | 208 | 243 | 452 | 5.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 473 | 215 | 258 | 452 | 4.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 473 | 215 | 258 | 452 | 4.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 472 | 225 | 247 | 452 | 5.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 465 | 220 | 245 | 452 | 3.80 |
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