CAPA College
| Type | 16-19 academy / Free schools 16 to 19 |
| Age Range | 16-19 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Mulberry Way Wakefield West Yorkshire WF1 2QN |
| Reference Number | 145869 |
CAPA College has demonstrated outstanding performance across all areas evaluated in its recent inspection, marking its first inspection since opening in 2018. The college, part of Enhance Academy Trust, specializes in creative and performing arts for students aged 16 to 19 and has successfully fostered a professional environment where students excel in their artistic pursuits. With a clear vision and relentless focus on high teaching standards, CAPA College provides effective support that has enabled rapid student progress, even during disruptions caused by the pandemic.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 504 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 20.83%
Girls: 79.17% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 0% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 2.8% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 20.8 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 50 | 211 | 261 |
| 13 | 55 | 188 | 243 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 89.3% |
| White, Other | 2% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.4% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.2% |
| Unclassified | 0.8% |
| African | 0.8% |
| Indian | 0.6% |
| Caribbean | 0.6% |
| White & Asian | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| > Quality of education | Outstanding |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 25 Jan 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 25 Jan 2022 | Full inspection: |
Strengths
- Exemplary attitudes and behavior of students
- High standards of professional conduct maintained by staff
- Extensive industry knowledge and experience among staff
- Ambitious curriculum with high expectations for student performance
- Outstanding career guidance and support for student progression
- Effective safeguarding arrangements and a nurturing environment
Points
| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 43.72 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 14.53 |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | B+ | C+ | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | E+ | C+ | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 0% |
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