Westerton Primary Academy
URN: 142452 • Wakefield WF3 1AR
Overview
- Name
- Westerton Primary Academy
- URN
- 142452
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- LEODIS ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 66.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- David Livie (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01132533504
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hesketh Lane, Wakefield WF3 1AR
Summary
Westerton Primary Academy is a mixed, three-form entry primary school located in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, with a current enrolment of 688 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 630. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development and community citizenship, guided by its core values known as 'The Six C's': Courtesy, Consideration, Commitment, Consistency, Co-operation, and Citizenship.
The academy offers a broad curriculum complemented by a variety of extracurricular activities, including music tuition and various clubs. Special educational needs are well-supported, which has been highlighted as a strength by OFSTED. The school fosters a collaborative environment among staff, governors, and parents, encouraging active participation in school life through pupil voice groups such as the School Council and Learning Council.
Westerton Primary Academy is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive educational experience, ensuring that all children are equipped to thrive both academically and socially within their community. For more information, visit their website at http://www.westerton.leeds.sch.uk/.
The academy offers a broad curriculum complemented by a variety of extracurricular activities, including music tuition and various clubs. Special educational needs are well-supported, which has been highlighted as a strength by OFSTED. The school fosters a collaborative environment among staff, governors, and parents, encouraging active participation in school life through pupil voice groups such as the School Council and Learning Council.
Westerton Primary Academy is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive educational experience, ensuring that all children are equipped to thrive both academically and socially within their community. For more information, visit their website at http://www.westerton.leeds.sch.uk/.
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Key details
- LA
- Leeds
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- LEODIS ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 630
- Pupils
- 688
- Boys
- 361
- Girls
- 327
- FSM %
- 12.20
- Open date
- 2016-03-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-10-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 688 | 361 | 327 | 630 | 12.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 700 | 360 | 340 | 630 | 10.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 710 | 380 | 330 | 630 | 10.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 710 | 380 | 330 | 630 | 10.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 705 | 367 | 338 | 630 | 9.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 707 | 374 | 333 | 630 | 7.30 |
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