Towngate Primary Academy

About Towngate Primary Academy

Towngate Primary Academy in Wakefield is a state primary for children aged 3 to 11 that is currently running very close to its full capacity, with 306 pupils on roll against a school capacity of 315. The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals stands at 15.7%, which is a useful benchmark for parents comparing intake demographics. Demand for places is notably high: for the 2025/26 admissions round, the school received 80 applications for just 28 places, an oversubscription ratio of 2.86, and all 26 first-preference applicants were offered a place. This suggests a school that is well-regarded locally and where securing a spot is competitive. The school has a nursery provision, which may be a practical consideration for families with younger children looking for a continuous pathway through to Year 6. Headteacher Annabel Berry leads a mixed-gender school with no religious character, and the most recent Ofsted inspection in 2024 rated the school as Good overall, a significant improvement from its previous Requires Improvement rating in 2015.

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