Airedale Junior Academy
URN: 141409 • Castleford WF10 3EP
Overview
- Name
- Airedale Junior Academy
- URN
- 141409
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- CASTLEFORD ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kirsten McKechnie (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01977556946
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Fryston Road, Castleford WF10 3EP
Summary
Airedale Junior Academy, located in Castleford, Wakefield, is a mixed primary academy catering to 378 pupils from Year 3 to Year 6, with a capacity for 448. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and aspirational learning environment, where high expectations are set for both academic and personal development. Under the leadership of Headteacher Mrs. K McKechnie, the school emphasizes the importance of self-belief and determination in achieving success.
The academy is part of the Castleford Trust, which enhances its community engagement and educational offerings. With a significant percentage of pupils (40.7%) eligible for free school meals, Airedale Junior Academy prioritizes inclusivity and support for all students, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive. The school actively celebrates student achievements through various awards and recognitions, promoting a culture of hard work and dedication.
Parents can find more information about the school's ethos, curriculum, and community activities on their website. Airedale Junior Academy aims to provide a vibrant educational experience that prepares students for their future endeavors.
The academy is part of the Castleford Trust, which enhances its community engagement and educational offerings. With a significant percentage of pupils (40.7%) eligible for free school meals, Airedale Junior Academy prioritizes inclusivity and support for all students, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive. The school actively celebrates student achievements through various awards and recognitions, promoting a culture of hard work and dedication.
Parents can find more information about the school's ethos, curriculum, and community activities on their website. Airedale Junior Academy aims to provide a vibrant educational experience that prepares students for their future endeavors.
Useful links
- SEND (sen)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
- News (calendar)
- Newsletters (calendar)
- Cookie Policy (other)
- Policies (other)
- Prospectus (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Term Dates (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Wakefield
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- CASTLEFORD ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 448
- Pupils
- 378
- Boys
- 185
- Girls
- 193
- FSM %
- 40.70
- Open date
- 2015-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-04-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 378 | 185 | 193 | 448 | 40.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 386 | 199 | 187 | 448 | 40.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 424 | 203 | 221 | 448 | 37.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 424 | 203 | 221 | 448 | 37.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 449 | 224 | 225 | 448 | 32.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 442 | 217 | 225 | 448 | 29.20 |
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