Minsthorpe Community College
Minsthorpe Community College is a secondary located in Wakefield, WF9 2UJ. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 1,580 pupils on roll.
Minsthorpe Community College is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Not applicable
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Wakefield
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1755
Number of Pupils: 1580
Number of Boys: 796
Number of Girls: 784
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 29.4
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-06
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Not Rated
Behaviour & Attitudes: Not Rated
Personal Development: Not Rated
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: 9
Inspection Date: 2014-04-01
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Rachael Merritt
Phone: 01977657600
Website: http://minsthorpe.cc
Location: Minsthorpe Lane, South Elmsall
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Minsthorpe Community College
What is the Ofsted rating of Minsthorpe Community College?
Minsthorpe Community College has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Minsthorpe Community College admit?
Minsthorpe Community College admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Minsthorpe Community College a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Minsthorpe Community College is a mixed school.
What type of school is Minsthorpe Community College?
Minsthorpe Community College is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Minsthorpe Community College?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Minsthorpe Community College on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Minsthorpe Community College?
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