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Highfield School

Gawthorpe Lane, Ossett, WF5 9BS

Foundation special school
Pupils
208
Ages
11-19
FSM
51.9%
Capacity
210
Ofsted
Good
May 2018

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
N/A
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
N/A
Basics 9-5
N/A

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

DfE school-level GCSE grade distribution is available from 2023/24 onwards; no data for earlier years

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About Highfield School

Highfield School is a secondary school in Ossett, Wakefield. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2018 inspection). The school has around 208 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Gawthorpe Lane, Ossett, WF5 9BS | More schools in Wakefield

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Highfield School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Nov 2023 — School remains Good
  2. May 2018 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Highfield School

What is Highfield School's Ofsted rating?
Highfield School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2018 inspection.
Where is Highfield School located?
Highfield School is a secondary school in Ossett, Wakefield (WF5 9BS).
How many pupils attend Highfield School?
Highfield School has around 208 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Highfield School with other schools?
View Highfield School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Wakefield.