Engage Academy
URN: 145432 • Batley WF17 5LP
Overview
- Name
- Engage Academy
- URN
- 145432
- Type
- Academy alternative provision converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ETHOS ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 48.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alison Ward (since 2025) , Acting Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 01924476449
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Park Road, Batley WF17 5LP
Summary
Engage Academy, located in Batley, Kirklees, is an alternative provision academy that caters to a mixed-gender student body of 29 pupils, with a capacity of 28. The academy is committed to fostering an inclusive and nurturing environment where building trusting relationships is a priority. With a strong emphasis on academic progress, Engage Academy focuses on enhancing pupils' skills in reading, writing, and mathematics through personalised and creative learning opportunities.
The curriculum at Engage Academy is designed to support the diverse needs of its pupils, enabling them to thrive and achieve their potential. The school aims to re-engage students who may have previously struggled with learning, providing them with a renewed enthusiasm for education. In addition to academic support, the academy also prioritises pupils' well-being and acknowledges their talents across a range of subjects.
As part of the Ethos Academy Trust, Engage Academy values community involvement and encourages parental engagement. The school regularly shares updates and achievements through its website and social media, fostering a sense of community and collaboration among staff, pupils, and families. For further information, parents can contact the School Business Manager, Gemma Mitchell.
The curriculum at Engage Academy is designed to support the diverse needs of its pupils, enabling them to thrive and achieve their potential. The school aims to re-engage students who may have previously struggled with learning, providing them with a renewed enthusiasm for education. In addition to academic support, the academy also prioritises pupils' well-being and acknowledges their talents across a range of subjects.
As part of the Ethos Academy Trust, Engage Academy values community involvement and encourages parental engagement. The school regularly shares updates and achievements through its website and social media, fostering a sense of community and collaboration among staff, pupils, and families. For further information, parents can contact the School Business Manager, Gemma Mitchell.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Governance Information (governance)
- Supporting Children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) (sen)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Newsletters (calendar)
- Term Dates 2025/2026 (calendar)
- Policies and Procedures (other)
- Terminology Guide (other)
- Safeguarding Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Cambridge Street School (58.2)
- Westfields Pupil Referral Unit (52.5)
- Primary Pupil Referral Service (52.5)
- Fairfield School (51.6)
- Dale House School (49.1)
Key details
- LA
- Kirklees
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ETHOS ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 28
- Pupils
- 29
- Boys
- 25
- Girls
- 4
- FSM %
- 72.40
- Open date
- 2018-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-02-03
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 29 | 25 | 4 | 28 | 72.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 26 | 23 | 3 | 28 | 69.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 8 | 7 | 1 | 28 | 87.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 8 | 7 | 1 | 28 | 87.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 11 | 11 | 0 | 28 | 90.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 23 | 21 | 2 | 20 | 69.60 |
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