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New College Pontefract
Park Lane, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 4QR, Wakefield
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
15.5 / 100
Bottom 16%
Better than 16% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Not available
Capacity
2,900
Ages
16–19
Gender
Mixed
Summary
With 64% of students progressing to university, including 21% attending top-third institutions, this college demonstrates a solid pathway for higher education. However, the LocaleIQ score indicates it performs better than only 16% of schools, suggesting potential challenges in the local context. Limited published data makes it difficult to assess other aspects, but the focus on university progression is a notable strength for parents considering options for their children.
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| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Progression to university% of sixth-form leavers who went on to study a degree at a UK university. Includes all universities. National average ~55%. | 64% | Above avg |
| Top-third universities% of leavers who went to a top-third university (Russell Group and equivalents — the most academically selective institutions). National average ~18%. | 21% | Average |
Based on 1212 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
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53.69385, -1.32595 · WF8 4QR
School details
Local authorityWakefield
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN144732
School typeAcademy 16-19 converter
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What is New College Pontefract rated by Ofsted?
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Is New College Pontefract a good school?
New College Pontefract scores 15.5/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 16% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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