SchoolScoresWoldgate School and Sixth Form College
Academy · Secondary, ages 11 to 18 · Mixed · Sixth form
Part of WONDER LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
92 Kilnwick Road, Pocklington, York, YO42 2LL
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Ofsted inspection
Ofsted rated this school Good at the inspection that started on 13 May 2015. This inspection was of the school before it changed to its current form (for example, before becoming an academy).
This inspection used Ofsted's older format with four grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires improvement and Inadequate. Newer inspections use report cards. What changed.
| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Quality of education | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth form | Good |
Since then, a shorter ungraded inspection on 26 February 2025: Ofsted found the school had maintained its standards.
Read the full Ofsted reports for this school
Source: Ofsted state-funded schools inspection data.
What parents say
10 parents answered Ofsted's Parent View survey between 10 November 2025 and 6 April 2026.
East Riding of Yorkshire comparisons use the 5 of its 18 state secondary schools with comparable results. The other 13 have no published Parent View results (Ofsted only publishes a survey once at least 10 parents answer) or used Ofsted's newer questions, which we don't compare with the older ones.
| Statement | This school | East Riding of Yorkshire | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| My child is happy at this school 2nd highest of 5 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in East Riding of Yorkshire. Higher than 79% of 442 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 90% | 87% | 83% |
| My child feels safe at this school 1st highest of 5 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in East Riding of Yorkshire. Higher than 96% of 442 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 100% | 88% | 85% |
| The school makes sure pupils are well behaved 1st highest of 5 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in East Riding of Yorkshire. Higher than 100% of 442 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 100% | 81% | 78% |
| I would recommend this school to another parent 1st highest of 5 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in East Riding of Yorkshire. Higher than 95% of 442 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 100%said yes | 89% | 83% |
Parents choose whether to take part, so these answers may not represent all families (Ofsted puts the response rate at 1%). Figures are the share who agree or strongly agree. England figures are all parents answering the same questions over the same period, for state-funded schools. East Riding of Yorkshire figures pool parents at the East Riding of Yorkshire schools compared, from each school's latest survey, so survey dates differ between schools. The scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) agreement, and the dot marks this school among state schools of the same phase that used the same survey questions. The third it falls in is coloured: green for the top third, amber the middle, red the bottom. Source: Ofsted Parent View management information.
Results
GCSEs (key stage 4, age 16), 2024/25
221 pupils in this year group.
46% — 3 points above the East Riding of Yorkshire average, and about the same as the England average.
| Measure | This school | East Riding of Yorkshire | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 46% | 43% | 45% |
| Attainment 8 scoreAverage of each pupil's grades across 8 GCSE-level subjects, with English and maths counted twice. Around 50 means grade 5s on average. | 46.9 | 44.9 | 46.1 |
| EBacc average point scoreAverage points across the English Baccalaureate subjects: English, maths, sciences, a language and history or geography. | 4.3 | 4.0 | 4.1 |
Progress 8 isn't shown. DfE didn't publish it for 2024/25 because this year group's key stage 2 tests in 2020 were cancelled, and older progress scores aren't comparable.
Source: DfE key stage 4 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After Year 11
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
195 pupils in this year group.
97% — 3 points above the East Riding of Yorkshire average, and 5 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | East Riding of Yorkshire | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workPupils recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing Year 11. | 97% | 94% | 92% |
| School sixth form | 45% | 24% | 34% |
| Sixth form college | 2% | 23% | 13% |
| Further education college | 42% | 34% | 37% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 6% | 3% |
| Work | 2% | 4% | 3% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 96% | 97% |
Source: DfE key stage 4 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
A levels (16 to 18), 2024/25
75 A level students in this year group.
| Measure | This school | East Riding of Yorkshire | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average A level grade | C+ | C+ | B- |
| A level exams graded A* or A | 24% | 20% | 26% |
| A level exams graded A* to B | 44% | 43% | 53% |
| Average points per A level entryAn A* is 60 points, an A is 50, a B is 40, and so on down to 10 for an E. | 32.7 | 32.6 | 35 |
A level subjects, 2024/25
21 subjects, 196 exams. England figures are for state-funded schools and colleges.
| Subject | Exams | A* | A* or A | England A* or A |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 21 | 14% | 29% | 40% |
| Sociology | 20 | 0% | 20% | 20% |
| History | 18 | 11% | 39% | 23% |
| Biology | 17 | 6% | 29% | 27% |
| Psychology | 15 | 7% | 27% | 19% |
| Physical Education / Sports Studies | 14 | 0% | 7% | 17% |
| Physics | 12 | 0% | 8% | 31% |
| Chemistry | 10 | 0% | 10% | 30% |
| English Literature | 10 | 0% | 10% | 23% |
| Geography | 8 | 0% | 25% | 23% |
| Spanish | 8 | 13% | 75% | 34% |
| Business Studies:Single | 7 | 0% | 0% | 16% |
| English Language | 7 | 0% | 14% | 13% |
Also taken, with too few exams for DfE to publish grades: French, Government and Politics, Law, Mathematics (Further), Religious Studies, Art and Design, Design and Technology (Product Design), Film Studies.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 qualification and subject data, 2024/25.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After sixth form
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
72 students in this year group.
92% — 10 points above the East Riding of Yorkshire average, and 13 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | East Riding of Yorkshire | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workStudents recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing 16 to 18 study. | 92% | 82% | 79% |
| Apprenticeship | 8% | 10% | 7% |
| Work | 17% | 29% | 28% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 91% | 92% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Going on to university
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
54 students in this year group.
74% — 22 points above the East Riding of Yorkshire average, and 14 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | East Riding of Yorkshire | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Went on to a degree or other higher education | 74% | 52% | 60% |
| Went to one of the most selective third of universitiesDfE's grouping of universities by the typical entry grades of their students. | 35% | 13% | 19% |
Went on to a degree or other higher education, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 68% | 74% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 progression to higher education or training, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Admissions
Apply through the council where you live, even if the school is in a different council area. This school is in East Riding of Yorkshire. The national closing date for secondary applications is 31 October, and offers are sent on 1 March.
How hard is it to get in?
For the September 2026 intake there were fewer first-choice applications than places.
| Places offered | 197 |
|---|---|
| Families who put it first | 176 |
| Of those, offered a place | 176 (100%) |
| Families who listed it at all | 227 |
First-choice applications per place: 2024: 0.9 · 2025: 0.9 · 2026: 0.9
This isn't your chance of getting a place. That depends on the school's admissions rules (for example siblings, distance or faith) and where you live. Source: DfE applications and offers, September 2026 intake.
Pupils, staff and SEND
| Pupils | This school | East Riding of Yorkshire | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years 17th highest of 18 state secondary schools in East Riding of Yorkshire. Higher than 19% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 15.8% | 24.4%* | 28.9% |
| With an education, health and care plan 13th highest of 18 state secondary schools in East Riding of Yorkshire. Higher than 58% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 3.3% | 5.0%* | 3.1% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 10th highest of 18 state secondary schools in East Riding of Yorkshire. Higher than 38% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 12.2% | 11.8%* | 13.4% |
| English as an additional language Joint 9th highest of 18 state secondary schools in East Riding of Yorkshire. Higher than 17% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 4.1% | 5.1%* | 19.2% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) 16th lowest of 18 state secondary schools in East Riding of Yorkshire. Lower than 33% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 9.3% | 8.0%* | 8.4% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) 12th lowest of 18 state secondary schools in East Riding of Yorkshire. Lower than 39% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 25.7% | 23.6%* | 23.4% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils 6th lowest of 18 state secondary schools in East Riding of Yorkshire. Lower than 66% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 9.3 | 21.3 | 21.2 |
| Pupils suspended at least once 5th lowest of 18 state secondary schools in East Riding of Yorkshire. Lower than 74% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 4.0% | 7.4% | 7.3% |
| Pupils permanently excluded2 pupils | 0.16% | 0.33% | 0.23% |
| Pupils per teacher Joint 9th highest of 18 state secondary schools in East Riding of Yorkshire. Higher than 59% of 3,442 state secondary schools in England. | 17.2 | 16.8 | 16.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) 6th highest of 18 state secondary schools in East Riding of Yorkshire. Higher than 54% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 12.0 | 10.6 | 11.8 |
| Teachers who left during the year 12th highest of 18 state secondary schools in East Riding of Yorkshire. Higher than 12% of 3,430 state secondary schools in England. | 7.0% | 10.5%* | 14.2%* |
Comparisons are with secondary schools. Scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) figures. For absence and suspensions lower is better, so their scales run green to red; blue scales describe the school's pupils and staff and aren't good or bad. * Calculated by SchoolScores from the council's or England's schools, weighted by pupils (or teachers, for turnover); other figures are published by DfE. Sources: DfE school census 2024/25; DfE pupil absence 2024/25; DfE suspensions and permanent exclusions 2024/25; DfE school workforce census 2025/26; DfE teacher turnover 2024/25.
Nearby secondary schools
- Pocklington School 0.8 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI · 26% A*/A at A level
Straight-line distance. Distance isn't the same as a catchment area.
Questions parents ask
What is Woldgate School and Sixth Form College's Ofsted rating?
Woldgate School and Sixth Form College was rated Good by Ofsted at its inspection in 13 May 2015. At a shorter ungraded inspection in 26 February 2025, Ofsted found the school had maintained its standards.
How did Woldgate School and Sixth Form College do in its GCSEs?
In 2024/25, 46% of pupils grade 5 or above in English and maths, about the same as the England average of 45%.
Would parents recommend Woldgate School and Sixth Form College?
100% of the 10 parents who answered Ofsted's Parent View survey between 10 November 2025 and 6 April 2026 said they would recommend Woldgate School and Sixth Form College to another parent. Parents choose whether to respond, so this may not represent all families.
Is Woldgate School and Sixth Form College oversubscribed?
For the September 2026 intake, 176 families put Woldgate School and Sixth Form College as their first choice for 197 places: fewer first-choice applications than places. 176 of those families were offered a place. Whether you get a place depends on the school's admissions rules and where you live.
Sources
- School details: Get Information about Schools (DfE), 26 September 2026. URN 143588.
- Inspections: Ofsted management information, data to 31 August 2026.
- Parent views: Ofsted Parent View, 10 November 2025 to 6 April 2026.
- Results: DfE school performance tables, GCSEs 2024/25, After Year 11 2024/25, A levels 2024/25, After sixth form 2024/25, Going on to university 2024/25.
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Page updated 26 September 2026.