PrimaryData as of May 2026

St Botolphs CE Academy

Primrose Vale, Wakefield, Knottingley, WF11 9BT

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Church of England

Pupils

304

Ages

3-11

FSM

29.0%

Capacity

354

Ofsted

Good

Oct 2024

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

73.0%

Writing

73.0%

Maths

78.0%

RWM Combined

65.0%

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About St Botolphs CE Academy

St Botolphs CE Academy is a primary school in Knottingley, Wakefield. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 65% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 304 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Primrose Vale, Knottingley, WF11 9BT | More schools in Wakefield

Ofsted inspection history

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

Oct 2024 — Good
Jul 2022 — Requires improvement
Dec 2017 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Knottingley St Botolphs C of E Academy)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about St Botolphs CE Academy

What is St Botolphs CE Academy's Ofsted rating?

St Botolphs CE Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are St Botolphs CE Academy's latest exam results?

St Botolphs CE Academy: KS2 2024/25: 65% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is St Botolphs CE Academy located?

St Botolphs CE Academy is a primary school in Knottingley, Wakefield (WF11 9BT).

How many pupils attend St Botolphs CE Academy?

St Botolphs CE Academy has around 304 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare St Botolphs CE Academy with other schools?

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