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Gawthorpe Community Academy

High Street, Gawthorpe, Ossett, WF5 9QP

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Pupils

226

Ages

3-11

FSM

27.7%

Capacity

236

Ofsted

Good

Dec 2022

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

77.0%

Writing

77.0%

Maths

70.0%

RWM Combined

60.0%

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About Gawthorpe Community Academy

Gawthorpe Community Academy is a primary school in Ossett, Wakefield. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2022 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 60% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 226 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: High Street, Ossett, WF5 9QP | More schools in Wakefield

Ofsted inspection history

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

Dec 2022 — Good
Nov 2008 — Outstanding (predecessor: Gawthorpe Community Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Gawthorpe Community Academy

What is Gawthorpe Community Academy's Ofsted rating?

Gawthorpe Community Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.

What are Gawthorpe Community Academy's latest exam results?

Gawthorpe Community Academy: KS2 2024/25: 60% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Gawthorpe Community Academy located?

Gawthorpe Community Academy is a primary school in Ossett, Wakefield (WF5 9QP).

How many pupils attend Gawthorpe Community Academy?

Gawthorpe Community Academy has around 226 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Gawthorpe Community Academy with other schools?

View Gawthorpe Community 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.