Wrenthorpe Academy

About Wrenthorpe Academy

Wrenthorpe Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 311 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 314 places).

Ofsted has rated Wrenthorpe Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lauren Penny, it falls under Wakefield local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10226th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 74th out of 97 in Wakefield.

Wrenthorpe Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 156 applications for 45 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.

Wrenthorpe Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (103 responses).

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

On-site facilities at Wrenthorpe Academy include Playing Fields, Library, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Cricket, Football, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Art Club, Film Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, Wrenthorpe 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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