Wolgarston High School
URN: 145381 • Stafford ST19 5RX
Overview
- Name
- Wolgarston High School
- URN
- 145381
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- PENK VALLEY ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Daniel Boden (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01785788400
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Cannock Road, Stafford ST19 5RX
Summary
Wolgarston High School is a mixed secondary academy located in Stafford, Staffordshire, with a current enrolment of 834 students and a capacity of 860. The school is dedicated to providing a high-quality education that not only meets academic standards but also fosters personal growth and integrity among its students. The ethos at Wolgarston is encapsulated in "The Wolgarston Way," which encourages students to make positive choices, take pride in their community, and leave a lasting, positive impact.
The curriculum at Wolgarston is designed to challenge students and promote critical thinking, with a focus on research-driven teaching methods. The school aims to empower every child to reach their full potential, both academically and socially. The commitment to excellence is supported by a team of dedicated teachers who strive to create a stimulating learning environment.
Wolgarston High School values the partnership between families and the community, encouraging parental involvement in the educational journey. The headteacher, Mr. Dan Boden, emphasizes open communication and collaboration to ensure that students receive a holistic education that prepares them for future success.
The curriculum at Wolgarston is designed to challenge students and promote critical thinking, with a focus on research-driven teaching methods. The school aims to empower every child to reach their full potential, both academically and socially. The commitment to excellence is supported by a team of dedicated teachers who strive to create a stimulating learning environment.
Wolgarston High School values the partnership between families and the community, encouraging parental involvement in the educational journey. The headteacher, Mr. Dan Boden, emphasizes open communication and collaboration to ensure that students receive a holistic education that prepares them for future success.
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Nearby alternatives
- Wolgarston High School (63.3)
- The Weston Road Academy (60.6)
- Blessed William Howard Catholic School (60.2)
- Sir Graham Balfour High School (60.2)
- Walton High School (60.2)
Key details
- LA
- Staffordshire
- Age range
- 13 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- PENK VALLEY ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 860
- Pupils
- 834
- Boys
- 409
- Girls
- 425
- FSM %
- 13.40
- Open date
- 2018-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-05-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Staffordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 834 | 409 | 425 | 860 | 13.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 826 | 427 | 399 | 860 | 12.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 820 | 408 | 412 | 860 | 10.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 820 | 408 | 412 | 860 | 10.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 795 | 399 | 396 | 860 | 9.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 768 | 377 | 391 | 860 | 9.30 |
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