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Cherry Tree Academy

Cobblers Lane, Pontefract, WF8 2HN

A Requires improvement-rated primary school in Pontefract where 49% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

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Pupils
240
Ages
3-11
FSM
49.8%
Capacity
315
Ofsted
Requires improvement
Jan 2024

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
53.0%
Writing
63.0%
Maths
60.0%
RWM Combined
49.0%

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About Cherry Tree Academy

Cherry Tree Academy is a primary school in Pontefract, Wakefield. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2024 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 47 responses), 100% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 49% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 240 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Cobblers Lane, Pontefract, WF8 2HN | More schools in Wakefield

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Mar 2025 — Taking effective action to tackle the areas…
  2. Jan 2024 — Requires improvement
  3. Mar 2020 — Requires improvement
  4. Nov 2016 — Inadequate (predecessor: Cherry Tree Academy)

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Frequently asked questions about Cherry Tree Academy

What is Cherry Tree Academy's Ofsted rating?
Cherry Tree Academy received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.
What do parents say about Cherry Tree Academy?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 47 responses): 100% of parents would recommend Cherry Tree Academy.
What are Cherry Tree Academy's latest exam results?
Cherry Tree Academy: KS2 2024/25: 49% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Cherry Tree Academy located?
Cherry Tree Academy is a primary school in Pontefract, Wakefield (WF8 2HN).
How many pupils attend Cherry Tree Academy?
Cherry Tree Academy has around 240 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Cherry Tree Academy with other schools?
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