# Outwood Academy Freeston — Normanton, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Secondary
- **Parent rating:** 4.7/5 from 4 published reviews
- **Principal:** Lisa Allott

## Contact

- **Address:** Favell Avenue, Normanton, Wakefield, WF6 1HZ
- **Phone:** 01924 302560
- **Website:** https://www.freeston.outwood.com/
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/normanton/outwood-academy-freeston-19890

## About

Outwood Academy Freeston provides education for 11-16 year olds, aiming to provide the best education for all its students by promoting the highest academic standards through quality teaching and learning.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Behaviour and Attitudes):** Requires Improvement — Oct 2022
- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Good — Oct 2022
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Requires Improvement — Oct 2022
- **Ofsted (Personal Development):** Requires Improvement — Oct 2022
- **Ofsted (Quality of Education):** Good — Oct 2022

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — Exceptional Education and Support: We were blown away by the exceptional education and support our child received at Outwood Academy Freeston. The staff are kind, caring, and dedicated to helping every student succeed. The facilities are modern and well-maintained, and the values of the school align perfectly with our own. We would highly recommend this school to anyone. *(Jun 2022)*
- **4/5** — Mixed Experiences: We've had a mixed experience at Outwood Academy Freeston so far. Our child has enjoyed the academic programs and the facilities are modern and well-maintained. However, we've experienced some communication issues with the school, and the school's emphasis on academic achievement can sometimes feel too intense. We're hoping that the school will continue to improve in these areas. *(Oct 2021)*
- **5/5** — Outstanding Leadership and Academic Excellence: We're thrilled with the progress our child has made at Outwood Academy Freeston. The leadership team is outstanding, and the academic standards are very high. The school's commitment to its values is evident in all aspects of school life, and we feel confident that our child is well-supported and cared for. The only area for improvement is the lunch service, which could be expanded to offer more healthy options. *(Mar 2021)*
- **5/5** — Supportive and Inclusive Environment: We've been impressed by the supportive and inclusive environment at Outwood Academy Freeston. The staff are approachable and caring, and the school's emphasis on mental wellbeing has been a game-changer for our child. The facilities are modern and well-maintained, and the school's programs are engaging and challenging. We're grateful for the excellent education our child has received. *(Sep 2020)*

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