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Horbury Academy

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Horbury Academy

Wakefield Road, Horbury, Wakefield, WF4 5HE

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Pupils
1,075
Ages
11-16
FSM
25.7%
Attainment 8
48.4
Ofsted
Good
Oct 2021

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
48.4
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
25.2%
Basics 9-5
51.5%

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
23.5%
EBacc APS
4.26
EBacc 9-5
12.8%
EBacc 9-4
19.4%
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About Horbury Academy

Horbury Academy is a secondary school in Wakefield, Wakefield. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2021 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 48.4. The school has around 1,075 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Wakefield Road, Wakefield, WF4 5HE | More schools in Wakefield

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Jan 2026 — 2024+ framework
  2. Oct 2021 — Good
  3. Nov 2010 — Good (predecessor: Horbury School - A Specialist Language College)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Horbury Academy

What is Horbury Academy's Ofsted rating?
Horbury Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2021 inspection.
What are Horbury Academy's latest exam results?
Horbury Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 48.4. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Horbury Academy located?
Horbury Academy is a secondary school in Wakefield, Wakefield (WF4 5HE).
How many pupils attend Horbury Academy?
Horbury Academy has around 1,075 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Horbury Academy with other schools?
View Horbury 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.