Cherry Tree Academy
URN: 144400 • Pontefract WF8 2HN
Overview
- Name
- Cherry Tree Academy
- URN
- 144400
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- WATERTON ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 37.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Adam Dawson (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01924967603
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Cobblers Lane, Pontefract WF8 2HN
Summary
Cherry Tree Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Pontefract, Wakefield, with a current enrolment of 240 pupils and a capacity of 315. The school is committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment where children feel inspired and safe. Headteacher Mr A Dawson emphasizes the importance of clear expectations and guidance to help each child achieve their potential.
The academy aims to develop successful learners and well-rounded individuals, equipping them for their future educational journeys. With a focus on growth and excellence, Cherry Tree Academy is dedicated to building on its existing strengths and enhancing the overall educational experience for its students.
Approximately 49.8% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, reflecting the diverse community the school serves. Cherry Tree Academy is focused on creating an inclusive atmosphere that supports all learners, ensuring that each child is valued and encouraged to thrive academically and personally. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at www.cherrytreeacademy.org.
The academy aims to develop successful learners and well-rounded individuals, equipping them for their future educational journeys. With a focus on growth and excellence, Cherry Tree Academy is dedicated to building on its existing strengths and enhancing the overall educational experience for its students.
Approximately 49.8% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, reflecting the diverse community the school serves. Cherry Tree Academy is focused on creating an inclusive atmosphere that supports all learners, ensuring that each child is valued and encouraged to thrive academically and personally. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at www.cherrytreeacademy.org.
Useful links
- SEND (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)
- Waterton Academy Trust (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
- 315
- Pupils
- 240
- Boys
- 119
- Girls
- 121
- FSM %
- 49.80
- Open date
- 2017-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-01-31
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 240 | 119 | 121 | 315 | 49.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 243 | 114 | 129 | 315 | 51.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 302 | 145 | 157 | 300 | 41.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 302 | 145 | 157 | 315 | 41.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 317 | 155 | 162 | 315 | 40.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 310 | 159 | 151 | 315 | 37.20 |
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