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Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are in Pontefract?
There are 0 private schools in Pontefract, including state-funded, academies, and independent schools.
How many Ofsted Outstanding private schools are in Pontefract?
Pontefract has 3 private schools rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 29 are rated Good, meaning 86% of inspected schools hold a Good or Outstanding rating.
How are private schools in Pontefract ranked on Eduscope?
Schools are ranked using a composite score that combines Ofsted or ISI inspection ratings, Key Stage exam results, pupil progress measures, and other performance indicators published by the Department for Education. The score is recalculated regularly as new data becomes available.
What is the average class size in Pontefract private schools?
The average pupil-teacher ratio across private schools in Pontefract is 21:1. While this is not a direct measure of class size, it indicates the level of teaching resource available per pupil.
How much do private schools in Pontefract cost?
Fees for private schools in Pontefract vary by school and age group. Day school fees typically range from £10,000 to £20,000 per year, while boarding fees can exceed £30,000. Individual school pages on Eduscope include fee information where available.
Area Benchmarks
| Metric | Pontefract | England |
|---|---|---|
| School QualityGood or Outstanding (Ofsted) | 86% | 90% |
| Primary ResultsKS2 Expected Standard | 64% | 61% |
| Secondary ResultsProgress 8 | +0.02 | +0.00 |
| Attainment 8 | 44.0 | 46.1 |
| AttendancePersistent Absence | 23% | 20% |
| ResourcesPupil-Teacher Ratio | 20.9:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Spending per Pupil | £7,918 | £7,460 |
About This Data
- •School information is sourced from Get Information About Schools (GIAS), the official UK government register maintained by the Department for Education.
- •Inspection ratings are from Ofsted (state schools) and ISI (independent schools).
- •Performance data includes Key Stage 2, GCSE, and A-Level results from the Department for Education.