Outwood Academy Hemsworth

URN: 145938 • Pontefract WF9 4AB

Overview

Name
Outwood Academy Hemsworth
URN
145938
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Trust
OUTWOOD GRANGE ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
39.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
James Pape (since 2025)
Telephone
01977624220
Website
Visit
Address
Wakefield Road, Pontefract WF9 4AB

Summary

Outwood Academy Hemsworth is a mixed secondary academy located in Pontefract, West Yorkshire, catering to students aged 11-18. Since joining the Outwood Family of Schools in 2018, the academy has focused on a student-centered approach, aiming to raise educational standards and transform lives through a supportive and inclusive environment. The school prioritises creating a positive climate for learning, ensuring that every child has the right to learn and succeed.

The curriculum at Outwood Academy is designed to be ambitious and enriching, providing a wide range of subjects and experiences that promote academic success and lifelong skills. Each year’s curriculum builds on the previous one, with a strong emphasis on core knowledge and skills that enhance students' understanding and fluency in various subjects. The academy is committed to fostering well-rounded individuals who can contribute positively to society.

With a current enrollment of 1,108 students and a capacity of 1,632, Outwood Academy Hemsworth serves a diverse community, with 40.5% of pupils eligible for free school meals. The school actively engages with parents and the wider community, offering various support services and initiatives to enhance student wellbeing and academic performance.

Key details

LA
Wakefield
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
OUTWOOD GRANGE ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
1632
Pupils
1108
Boys
574
Girls
534
FSM %
40.50
Open date
2018-05-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-10-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1108 574 534 1632 40.50
2024-09-11 1095 547 548 1632 38.30
2023-09-11 1065 532 533 1632 31.60
2022-09-11 1065 532 533 1632 31.60
2021-09-11 994 522 472 1632 27.90
2020-09-11 1008 514 494 1632 24.50

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