Walton Primary Academy
URN: 141282 • Wakefield WF2 6LD
Overview
- Name
- Walton Primary Academy
- URN
- 141282
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- WATERTON ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Craig Thorpe (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01924967616
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- The Grove, Wakefield WF2 6LD
Summary
Walton Primary Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Wakefield, serving approximately 350 pupils with a capacity of 367. As part of the Waterton Academy Trust, the school emphasizes a vibrant and engaging learning environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. The academy actively promotes pupils' spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development, fostering a well-rounded educational experience.
The school places a strong emphasis on community involvement and the vital role parents play in their children's education. Walton Primary Academy encourages collaboration between home and school to support student learning and development. The curriculum is designed to be inclusive and engaging, catering to the diverse needs of its pupils.
With a focus on creating a supportive atmosphere, Walton Primary Academy aims to nurture not only academic success but also personal growth. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through various channels, ensuring a strong partnership in their children's educational journey. For more information, visit their website at www.waltonprimary.org.
The school places a strong emphasis on community involvement and the vital role parents play in their children's education. Walton Primary Academy encourages collaboration between home and school to support student learning and development. The curriculum is designed to be inclusive and engaging, catering to the diverse needs of its pupils.
With a focus on creating a supportive atmosphere, Walton Primary Academy aims to nurture not only academic success but also personal growth. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through various channels, ensuring a strong partnership in their children's educational journey. For more information, visit their website at www.waltonprimary.org.
Useful links
- Special Educational Needs Team (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Home (other)
- Academy Standards Committee (other)
- Headteacher's Welcome (other)
- Key Policies and Documents (other)
- Our Staff (other)
- Vision and Values (other)
- Walton PTA (other)
- Pupil Leadership (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Wakefield
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- WATERTON ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 367
- Pupils
- 350
- Boys
- 185
- Girls
- 165
- FSM %
- 8.10
- Open date
- 2014-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-05-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 350 | 185 | 165 | 367 | 8.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 350 | 181 | 169 | 367 | 8.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 342 | 181 | 161 | 367 | 8.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 342 | 181 | 161 | 367 | 8.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 351 | 179 | 172 | 315 | 6.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 359 | 179 | 180 | 315 | 5.80 |
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