Pakefield High School

URN: 146909 • Lowestoft NR33 7AQ

Overview

Name
Pakefield High School
URN
146909
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
CLARION CORVUS TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Daniel Bagshaw (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01502530750
Website
Visit
Address
London Road Pakefield, Lowestoft NR33 7AQ

Summary

Pakefield High School is a mixed secondary academy located in Lowestoft, Suffolk, with a current enrolment of 701 students and a capacity of 900. Established in September 2011, the school offers modern facilities and a commitment to providing a broad and rich curriculum that emphasizes literacy and numeracy skills. The school aims to foster an environment where students are challenged and supported to achieve their full potential.

The school's ethos is built around the core values of Connect, Achieve, and Nurture. Pakefield encourages students to engage in a variety of extracurricular activities, promoting cultural capital and personal interests. The curriculum is designed to be ambitious and evolving, focusing on hard work, resilience, and commitment, while high-quality pastoral support ensures that students receive the care and guidance necessary for their personal development.

Pakefield High School places a strong emphasis on respect and kindness, creating a safe and inclusive environment for all students. The school promotes British Values, encouraging mutual respect and tolerance among its diverse community, preparing students to become responsible and thoughtful young adults.

Key details

LA
Suffolk
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
CLARION CORVUS TRUST
Capacity
900
Pupils
701
Boys
359
Girls
342
FSM %
38.90
Open date
2019-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-09-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Suffolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 701 359 342 900 38.90
2024-09-11 687 372 315 900 36.00
2023-09-11 691 346 345 900 33.30
2022-09-11 691 346 345 900 33.30
2021-09-11 740 378 362 900 28.60
2020-09-11 761 384 377 900 22.20

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