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Crofton Academy

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Crofton Academy

High Street, Crofton, Wakefield, WF4 1NF

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Pupils
1,059
Ages
11-16
FSM
31.8%
Attainment 8
46.4
Ofsted
Good
Jul 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
46.4
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
22.2%
Basics 9-5
46.5%

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 (%)

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
16.7%
EBacc APS
3.99
EBacc 9-5
8.6%
EBacc 9-4
12.6%
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About Crofton Academy

Crofton Academy is a secondary school in Wakefield, Wakefield. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 46.4. The school has around 1,059 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: High Street, Wakefield, WF4 1NF | More schools in Wakefield

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Crofton Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Jul 2023 — Good
  2. Mar 2021 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc…
  3. Sept 2019 — Requires improvement
  4. May 2017 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Crofton Academy

What is Crofton Academy's Ofsted rating?
Crofton Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.
What are Crofton Academy's latest exam results?
Crofton Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 46.4. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Crofton Academy located?
Crofton Academy is a secondary school in Wakefield, Wakefield (WF4 1NF).
How many pupils attend Crofton Academy?
Crofton Academy has around 1,059 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Crofton Academy with other schools?
View Crofton Academy'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.