Ackton Pastures Primary Academy
URN: 144331 • Castleford WF10 5NS
Overview
- Name
- Ackton Pastures Primary Academy
- URN
- 144331
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- INSPIRE PARTNERSHIP MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Katie Mason (since 2025) , Head of School
- Telephone
- 01977802322
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- College Grove, Castleford WF10 5NS
Summary
Ackton Pastures Primary Academy is a mixed primary school located in Castleford, Wakefield, with a current enrolment of 352 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 329. As an academy converter, the school is part of the Inspire Partnership Trust, which aims to foster excellence across its network of schools. The headteacher, Mrs. Katie Mason, emphasizes a collaborative approach among children, staff, and parents to promote the happiness and education of every child.
The school offers an exciting and enriching curriculum designed to develop not only academic skills but also strong moral values and citizenship. This holistic approach prepares students to thrive in the wider world, encouraging them to demonstrate kindness and excel in various areas of learning.
With a free school meal percentage of 18.80%, Ackton Pastures is committed to supporting all students and fostering a sense of community. The school actively engages with parents through newsletters and events, ensuring that families are involved in their children's education and development. For more information, visit their website at www.acktonpastures.ipmat.co.uk.
The school offers an exciting and enriching curriculum designed to develop not only academic skills but also strong moral values and citizenship. This holistic approach prepares students to thrive in the wider world, encouraging them to demonstrate kindness and excel in various areas of learning.
With a free school meal percentage of 18.80%, Ackton Pastures is committed to supporting all students and fostering a sense of community. The school actively engages with parents through newsletters and events, ensuring that families are involved in their children's education and development. For more information, visit their website at www.acktonpastures.ipmat.co.uk.
Useful links
- www.acktonpastures.ipmat.co.uk (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Wakefield
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- INSPIRE PARTNERSHIP MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 329
- Pupils
- 352
- Boys
- 183
- Girls
- 169
- FSM %
- 18.80
- Open date
- 2017-03-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 352 | 183 | 169 | 329 | 18.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 344 | 176 | 168 | 329 | 19.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 345 | 178 | 167 | 329 | 17.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 345 | 178 | 167 | 329 | 17.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 337 | 174 | 163 | 300 | 18.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 324 | 174 | 150 | 300 | 14.40 |
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