Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane

URN: 145941 • Pontefract WF7 7JH

Overview

Name
Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane
URN
145941
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Trust
OUTWOOD GRANGE ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rebecca Pattison (since 2025)
Telephone
01977613304
Website
Visit
Address
Bell Lane, Pontefract WF7 7JH

Summary

Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane is a mixed primary academy located in the village of Ackworth, Pontefract, within the Wakefield metropolitan borough. Established as an academy converter, it joined the Outwood Grange Academies Trust in 2018. The academy is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment, prioritising the educational needs of its 315 pupils, with a focus on raising standards and fostering a positive learning culture.

The curriculum at Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane adheres to the UK primary national curriculum while also offering additional enrichment opportunities. The school aims to deliver a broad and balanced educational experience, encouraging a positive attitude towards learning and high standards of achievement. Parents can engage with their child's learning through resources available on the school's Google Classroom and by accessing the primary learning library.

The academy places significant emphasis on community involvement and mental wellbeing, ensuring that children are at the heart of all initiatives. For more information on admissions, policies, and other resources, parents can visit the academy's website or contact the school directly.

Key details

LA
Wakefield
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
OUTWOOD GRANGE ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
315
Pupils
315
Boys
168
Girls
147
FSM %
10.40
Open date
2018-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-09-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 315 168 147 315 10.40
2024-09-11 320 167 153 315 11.00
2023-09-11 319 165 154 315 9.80
2022-09-11 319 165 154 315 9.80
2021-09-11 345 174 171 270 7.80
2020-09-11 319 158 161 270 5.90

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