The Featherstone Academy
The Featherstone Academy is a secondary located in Wakefield, WF7 5AJ. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 16. It currently has approximately 511 pupils on roll.
The Featherstone Academy is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy sponsor led.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy sponsor led
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 16
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Not applicable
Sixth Form: Not applicable
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Wakefield
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 600
Number of Pupils: 511
Number of Boys: 287
Number of Girls: 224
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 40.9
Last Changed Date: 2025-03-07
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: Yes
Inspection Date: 2017-03-06
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Townshend
Phone: 01977698000
Website: www.featherstone.academy
Location: Pontefract Road, Featherstone
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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.
Local area information
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Featherstone Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of The Featherstone Academy?
The Featherstone Academy has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does The Featherstone Academy admit?
The Featherstone Academy admits pupils from age 11 to 16.
Is The Featherstone Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
The Featherstone Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is The Featherstone Academy?
The Featherstone Academy is a academy sponsor led offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near The Featherstone Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around The Featherstone Academy on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near The Featherstone Academy?
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