New College Pontefract
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About New College Pontefract
New College Pontefract is a state-funded Does not apply secondary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 16 to 19.
the school is led by headteacher Vicky Marks Chelsea Branson, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of B-.
On-site facilities at New College Pontefract include Library, Science Labs, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Sixth Form Centre, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Badminton, Rounders, Athletics and 5 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Gardening, Debate and 5 more.
For families exploring secondary schools in Wakefield, New College Pontefract 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 | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 16 to 19 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Park Lane, Pontefract, Wakefield, WF8 4QR |
| Headteacher | Vicky Marks Chelsea Branson |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| School Capacity | 2,900 |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
GCSE Results
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
41.4
'22/23
38.0
'23/24
37.6
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
18Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
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Contact Information
Park Lane, Pontefract
Wakefield, WF8 4QR
Park Lane, Pontefract
Wakefield, WF8 4QR
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