Ackworth School
West Yorkshire, West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber · WF7 7LT
A small independent school in West Yorkshire, Ackworth educates around 428 pupils and accepts entry at age 11. Its compact size means a tightly knit community rather than a large institution. Families considering the school should weigh the published headline results carefully alongside what a visit and conversation with staff reveal.
428
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- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 428
- Location
- West Yorkshire, West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber
- Website
- www.ackworthschool.com
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Latest results
Attainment 8
33.9
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
0%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
The school's average Attainment 8 score stands at 33.9, below the national average of 46.9, and the recorded figure for pupils achieving grade 5 or above in English and Maths is 0% against a national average of 47%. These figures sit some way short of national benchmarks, so prospective parents may wish to ask the school directly about how it supports academic progress and what these numbers reflect.
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A small, fee-paying school with 11+ entry where the headline academic data warrants close questions during any visit.
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Ackworth School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Ackworth School located?
Ackworth School is located at Pontefract Road, Ackworth, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF7 7LT.
What type of school is Ackworth School?
Ackworth School is an independent (fee-paying) school in Yorkshire and the Humber.
How many pupils attend Ackworth School?
Ackworth School has approximately 428 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.