Ash Grove Primary Academy

About Ash Grove Primary Academy

Ash Grove Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 281 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 331 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Ash Grove Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kate Gawthorp, it falls under Wakefield local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11055th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 79th out of 97 in Wakefield.

Ash Grove Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 21 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Ash Grove Primary Academy include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Dance, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Eco Club, Film Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, Ash Grove Primary Academy is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.

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