Gawthorpe Community Academy
96%
Capacity
226
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Gawthorpe Community Academy
Gawthorpe Community Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 226 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Gawthorpe Community Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Annabel Berry, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2294th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 97 in Wakefield.
Gawthorpe Community Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 43 applications for 27 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Gawthorpe Community Academy include Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Forest School, Library.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Dance, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, Gawthorpe Community 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.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | High Street, Ossett, Wakefield, WF5 9QP |
| Headteacher | Annabel Berry |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 226 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.7% |
| School Capacity | 226 / 236 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2294th of 13,686
Nationally
217th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
21st of 97
In Wakefield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
77%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
43
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Gawthorpe Community Academy
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Contact Information
High Street, Ossett
Wakefield, WF5 9QP
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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