Outwood Academy Hemsworth is a mixed secondary academy located in Pontefract, West Yorkshire. The school serves students aged 11 to 18 and is part of the Outwood Grange Academies Trust. Currently, it accommodates approximately 1,108 pupils, with a capacity for 1,632, indicating a thriving community. The academy is situated in an urban setting and aims to provide a comprehensive education to students from diverse backgrounds. The motto 'Students First: Raising Standards and Transforming Lives' encapsulates the school's commitment to enhancing educational experiences and outcomes for all students.
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Compiled from official UK government data (GIAS), Ofsted inspection records, and information from the school's own website. Sections marked "AI summary" were written by AI (OpenAI GPT-4o) from these sources and are not individually checked by a person. Last verified 30 April 2026. Spot an error? Let us know.
3 published inspections on file since November 2019.
Inspected — no overall grade issued (Ofsted reform, Sep 2024)· Full re-inspection after a Requires Improvement rating
First full inspection as an academy
Monitoring visit — previous rating confirmed· Unannounced visit