A good academy converter school in Wakefield. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Crofton Academy.
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"Care, Aspire, Succeed"
Peter Walker welcomes visitors to Crofton Academy, describing it as a high achieving and successful academy with high expectations. He states that pupils are taught to have an excellent attitude to learning and to behave with respect, and emphasizes the core values of Care, Aspire, Succeed, pastoral support, and opportunities within state-of-the-art facilities.
Crofton Academy follows Wakefield LA Admissions Policy. Published Admissions Number (PAN) for 2026/27 is 210. In-year admissions are handled under Wakefield LA policy, with details including using Wakefield’s Common Application Form for in-year applications, waiting lists re-ranked, and places allocated by the home authority if a preferred school cannot be offered.
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