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King's Meadow Academy

Wakefield Road, Pontefract, WF9 5BP

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Pupils

243

Ages

3-11

FSM

44.4%

Capacity

315

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Sept 2022

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

59.0%

Writing

66.0%

Maths

45.0%

RWM Combined

45.0%

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About King's Meadow Academy

King's Meadow Academy is a primary school in Pontefract, Wakefield. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2022 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 45% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 243 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Wakefield Road, Pontefract, WF9 5BP | More schools in Wakefield

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for King's Meadow Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Sept 2022 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about King's Meadow Academy

What is King's Meadow Academy's Ofsted rating?

King's Meadow Academy received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.

What are King's Meadow Academy's latest exam results?

King's Meadow Academy: KS2 2024/25: 45% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is King's Meadow Academy located?

King's Meadow Academy is a primary school in Pontefract, Wakefield (WF9 5BP).

How many pupils attend King's Meadow Academy?

King's Meadow Academy has around 243 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare King's Meadow Academy with other schools?

View King's Meadow 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.