Prospectus
2027/28
Welcome to Wolfreton Susanne Kukuc, Headteacher Wolfreton is a vibrant, happy, and ambitious school where students can thrive.
supports learners of all abilities. Whether aiming for top universities, degree level apprenticeships, needing additional support and everything in between, our commitment is the same: to ignite fires and expand horizons, embedding learning that lasts and inspiring future study and careers.
Here, our students enjoy expert teaching, excellent care, and a wealth of opportunities - achieving strong results at both GCSE and A Level once
At Wolfreton, our people are our greatest strength. We make no apology
again this year. Generations of families have chosen Wolfreton, and
for expecting the very best from our students, and we expect the best
many more travel to join our community, where we believe the best is
from ourselves too. Working with you we share the same aspiration,
still yet to come.
that our children grow into exceptional young people – and they do.
Our values of Excellence, Endeavour and Respect are known as The
Our students benefit from expert teaching, exceptional pastoral care,
Wolfreton Way. They capture our high aspirations, our determination to
and an enviable programme of enrichment through The Wolfreton
give every child the very best, and our belief in working together to
Experience. Student voice is valued, well-established and listened to.
achieve success.
Our students have seen and continue to see the impact of their input across the school. Whilst it’s true that it's our people that make the
We believe every child deserves the best possible education. Our
greatest difference, our exceptional and ever-developing facilities are an
ambitious curriculum, taught by subject specialists, challenges and
undeniable asset.
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Alongside being known, seen and heard, our students benefit both from our
individuals, and proud to work with the most exceptional student body – caring, inspiring, ambitious and preparing to make their mark on the world in the best possible way.
physical spaces and investment in learning resources that help them succeed – collectively this all provides the ideal environment for young people to excel. I am incredibly proud to lead Wolfreton; proud to work with an exceptional team of staff who know and care for our students as
Our prospectus and website will offer you a glimpse of what makes our school so special, but the best way to experience the reality today is to visit us in person. We warmly invite you to attend our open evening, to contact us so you can visit and see the school in action, and to explore Wolfreton life through our Instagram and Facebook pages.
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Our Vision:
SHAPING POSITIVE FUTURES Our Mission: We put our students first. We have a supportive, yet challenging environment to allow everyone in our school community to: • Flourish and believe that they have every chance of success. • Work together, through our values, so that they can achieve more than can be done individually. • Work within a supportive culture where taking appropriate risk is seen as a strength. • Be proud of themselves, their peers, our Trust, and our local communities.
Our Values:
Excellence
we aim to inspire – to be the best that we can be
Endeavour
we promote the qualities of determination and courage
Respect
we are firm advocates of friendship and equality
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Curriculum
At Key Stage 3, students study: English
At Wolfreton, our curriculum is both ambitious
Maths
and inclusive, designed to build knowledge,
Science
skills and independence over time. Guided by our ethos to “Ignite Fires and Expand Horizons,” our subject specialists
Physical Education
Languages (French or Spanish)
inspire students to discover their passions and interests. Geography
From Key Stage 3 to Key Stage 4, our curriculum ensures students gain strong foundations in English and maths—essential subjects for future success. We also
History
value every discipline, offering a broad curriculum in Key Stage 3 that includes the sciences, languages, humanities, arts, design technology, computing, PE and PSHE.
Art Drama
As students move into Key Stage 4, alongside their core subjects, they can choose from tailored options that reflect their developing interests. Our Guided Choices
Music
programme helps them make informed decisions, linking courses to future career
Technology
paths. Students progressing into our Sixth Form go on to select from the wide range of A
Computing
Level and Vocational courses The Consortium Sixth Form College offers. These
Religious Studies
enable them to specialise and prepare for their next steps, whether university, higher level apprenticeships or employment.
Personal Social and Health Education
We teach a knowledge-rich curriculum that deepens understanding and builds confidence year on year. Through expert teaching, regular practice and revisiting key concepts, we create a challenging yet supportive environment that motivates
The wide range of GCSE, Vocational and A Level options
all students to thrive.
students can select from can be found on our website.
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“Pupils enjoy their learning and achieve well.” Ofsted, February 2026
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Pastoral Care Wolfreton prides itself on providing excellent pastoral care. Our team is enviable both in experience and scale, and committed to ensuring students feel happy and safe – that they are known and that they belong in our community. Each child joins a Tutor Group led by their Form Tutor - the person that knows them best. Wherever possible, Tutors stay with their group on their journey through school. Tutors and year groups are led by our Heads of Year and Pastoral Managers who focus on students' welfare and progress to secure the best for each child.
Wolfreton has a dedicated Year 7 Team. The Head of Year and Pastoral Manager for Year 7 provide expert support during the transition process, welcoming students and supporting them to settle in and truly enjoy their first year. They build a year group culture of high standards, trust and great fun. Upon graduating from Year 7, students join their new Head of Year and Pastoral Manager who take over their care for the coming years. Staff are expert in the needs of their year group, building new bonds to add to existing ones. A much Wider Pastoral Team provides enhanced support where needed. This team includes our Safeguarding and Attendance Managers, a Behaviour Support teacher, our ELSA and Thrive Practitioner. Early help support, including social, emotional and mental health support is provided in one of our intentionally designed support bases. There is always someone there to celebrate the best in our students and someone to turn to if there’s a problem.
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“...pastoral support is highly effective. Staff know pupils well.” Ofsted, February 2026
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House System Our House System is at the heart of The Nightingale
Wolfreton Experience, bringing students together through challenge, competition and community. House Challenge Fridays, inter-house events, charity fundraising and community projects provide
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opportunities for everyone to get involved. Students earn House Points through their
Wolfreton Dance perform at Trust Staff Awards
The Wolfreton Experience At Wolfreton, education goes far beyond the classroom. Our Wolfreton Experience programme ensures every student can access a wide range of enrichment activities that build confidence, spark joy and strengthen their sense of belonging within our community.
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learning, achievements and participation, while popular events such as the Christmas Stocking Competition, Rowntree
Wolfreton Bake Off and Sports Day fuel friendly rivalry throughout the year. The competition culminates in the awarding of the coveted House Cup. As one year ends, the race to become champions begins
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Entitlement Opportunities From lifesaving skills in Year 7’s Restart a Heart event, to the thought-provoking Prison Me No Way Day in Year 9, our entitlement experiences enrich every stage of school life. Students enjoy themed days, inspiring speakers, cultural workshops, and competitive House events that promote teamwork and inclusion.
A visit to Sagrada Família, Barcelona
Grease production
Excitement at Dalby Forest
Clubs and Extracurricular Activities Our extracurricular offer is outstanding, with something to suit every interest. Students can join clubs for coding, debating, chess, board games, Lego, or even Dungeons & Dragons. Creative and Performing Arts thrive at Wolfreton, with opportunities in art, drama, dance and music and our ever-popular annual production.
Trips and Visits We believe trips and visits bring learning to life. Every student is invited to take part in our core entitlement programme, which in recent years has seen visits to Yorkshire Wildlife Park, the National Space Centre, Lincoln Castle, Dalby Forest, and the National Holocaust Museum. Ski trips to Italy and Austria
For those who want to go further, our elective trips offer even more. From theatre visits, art galleries and cultural city experiences in Liverpool and London, to unforgettable international adventures, there is something for everyone. Recent and upcoming destinations include Barcelona, skiing trips to Italy and Austria, this summer’s exciting expedition to Peru, and an ambitious adventure to Ecuador planned for 2028.
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Sporting Pride Sport is a vital part of The Wolfreton Experience. We are proud of our strong sporting tradition, with former students achieving success at local, regional and national level. Every year, we inspire new talents, nurture ambition and provide opportunities for all students to participate, compete and thrive. Our outstanding facilities, including a six-court sports hall, activity studios, gym, fitness suite, 3G pitch, MUGAs and expansive playing fields, provide the perfect environment for students to train, compete and enjoy being part of a team. With an extensive extracurricular programme and an action-packed inter-house competition calendar, there is something for everyone. From football, rugby, netball and athletics to cricket, badminton, volleyball, table tennis and dance, students can develop their skills, stay active and represent the school. Lunchtimes, after-school clubs and a busy fixture schedule ensure sport is always at the heart of school life. Our competitive spirit is reflected in our success. Three recent achievements include Year 7 becoming Humberside Cup Champions, Year 8 being crowned joint East Riding Rugby Cup winners, and our team securing second place in the UK Panathlon Bowling Finals.
Beyond competition, students enjoy a range of memorable sporting experiences, from visits to professional venues and elite fixtures to adventurous activities and our legendary ski trip. The year culminates in our much-anticipated Sports Day, where the whole school comes together to compete for the coveted House Cup in a celebration of teamwork, determination and Wolfreton pride.
“The ‘Wolfreton Experience’ programme provides extensive opportunities to build pupils’ character.’’ Ofsted, February 2026
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“Pupils’ behaviour across the school is excellent.”
Ofsted, February 2026
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The Climate to Succeed High Standards, Warm Atmosphere
Strong Partnerships with Families
At Wolfreton, every student is valued, respected and supported to
We believe students succeed best when school and home work
achieve their best. High expectations for attendance, behaviour, and
together. Families are kept informed through newsletters, letters, and
uniform create a calm, purposeful environment. Through The Wolfreton
Instagram, while our Parent Services Administrator and Pastoral
Way — our behaviour and values curriculum — students embrace
Managers provide dedicated support. We work to celebrate successes,
responsibility and rise to our standards. Visitors quickly comment on
and aim to address concerns quickly, building the strongest
the warmth and positive relationships that make Wolfreton unique.
foundations for every child’s future.
Success Worth Celebrating Achievement is recognised in so many ways. House Points, certificates, badges, postcards, phone calls home, and celebration assemblies all shine a spotlight on success. Our Golden Ticket events — from colour runs to inflatables — are unforgettable highlights that reward effort and commitment.
Student Voice at the Heart Students help shape life at Wolfreton. From chilled water stations to outdoor games, their ideas have influenced our environment and rewards. Form Reps and Year Councils feed directly into leadership, while Wolfreton students also represent us at our Trust Learner Conference, tackling big themes like diversity, sustainability, and aspiration.
Students supporting Year 6s at our transition colour run event
An Inclusive School We have an excellent Learning Support Team who provide
Our Year 7 nurture provision and focussed groups in core subjects, provide enhanced support where it is agreed this would be most beneficial. Beyond the classroom, The
student-centred support to those
Wolfreton Experience programme is inclusive of all, with
with Special Educational Needs
students with SEND engaging across the range of clubs and
and Disabilities.
activities. Students have been part of teams celebrating success in both the Active Travel Ambassadors Scheme and Panathlon competitions, to give but two examples.
Both our Director of Inclusion and Deputy Director of Inclusion are trained SENDCOs. They lead our experienced
We enable effective inclusion by regularly engaging in
team of Teaching Assistants, ELSA and Thrive Practitioner in
training, to ensure SEND needs and strategies that support
providing support to our most vulnerable students,
learning are understood and can be implemented.
alongside our pastoral team and teaching staff. Our Achievement Centre has been carefully developed to provide access to additional learning, social, emotional and sensory spaces where needed. We support students with SEND to make progress across the curriculum and to engage in all aspects of school life. Students typically learn alongside their peers, with staff supporting and scaffolding learning to meet needs.
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We value partnership work with our parents and, with them, work closely with our professional partners to provide the best support we can for our students.
“The school has an inclusive culture where pupils feel known, understood and supported.”
Ofsted, February 2026
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Hannah
Hannah achieved an outstanding six Grade 9s, two Grade 8s and a Grade 6. She is continuing her educational journey at The Consortium Sixth Form College, where she is studying History, Religious Education, Politics and Classics.
Rebecca Rebecca achieved an exceptional set of GCSE results, securing an outstanding seven Grade 9s and two Grade 8s. She is now studying Music, History and Mathematics at College.
Harrison achieved an excellent set of GCSE results, securing an impressive two Grade 9s,
“Pupils experience excellent careers provision and support.’’
five Grade 8s and two Grade 6s. He is continuing his studies at The Consortium Sixth Form College, where he is studying History, Geography and Politics.
Ofsted, February 2026
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Careers Education at Our School At our school, we take great pride in preparing every student for life beyond the classroom.
In the Sixth Form, we provide specialist support for students aspiring to top universities, including Oxbridge, as well as degree-specific guidance for courses such as medicine and teaching. We also ensure that every student is fully informed about the wide range of alternatives available, from
Our careers education is long established, highly regarded and
apprenticeships to employer-led training.
designed to open doors to exciting futures. From Year 7, students follow a rich programme created by our experienced Careers Leader, giving them the knowledge and confidence to explore their ambitions. Our dedicated Careers Advisor offers personalised guidance to students in Year 11 and the Sixth Form, with as many appointments as needed to ensure each young person finds the pathway that is right for them. Our central Careers Hub means advice and inspiration are always within easy reach for all year groups.
Successful Destinations Our careers provision plays a vital role in helping students progress confidently onto the next stage of their lives. Many
We work closely with employers to bring the world of work into
continue into our Sixth Form before moving on to the
school. Students benefit from employer talks, careers events,
university of their choice, while others secure prestigious
and our Year 11 Mock Interview Day, while Year 10 and Year
apprenticeships or professional training. Whatever their
12 students all complete a week of work experience. These
pathway, we are proud of the successes our students achieve
opportunities, alongside lessons and tutor time, help students
— and of the strong foundations we help them to build for their
understand the exciting possibilities in the local labour market
futures.
and beyond.
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Igniting Futures, Together The Consortium Sixth Form College delivers post-16 provision, with a focus
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learning facilities and a refectory. Our teachers are experts in their fields and many of our staff are examiners for exam boards and verifiers for vocational qualifications. This level of experience across all
on providing high quality teaching and
departments ensures that students receive the highest quality teaching
individual support to secure the best
from staff who have in depth knowledge of, and passion for, their
achievement and outcomes for all.
subject. Alongside academic study, we offer a comprehensive enrichment
Our Sixth Form vision is Igniting Futures, Together and our shared
programme of clubs, trips and events, as well as personalised UCAS
values of Ambition, Collaboration and Excellence form the basis of
and careers support, and dedicated pastoral care. With many of our
everything we do.
students continuing their journey with us, they, as well as those who join us, benefit from the confidence, care and commitment long-standing
At our Wolfreton Campus, the Sixth Form is based on the top floor in
relationships provide.
our fantastic building and Sixth Form students have their own facilities. This includes specialised teaching seminar rooms, independent
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“Teachers provide highly engaging and thought-provoking lessons which are valued by students.’’
Ofsted, February 2026
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SHAPING POSITIVE FUTURES
Our Trust Lizann Lowson, CEO Wolfreton School and Sixth Form College is part of The Consortium Academy Trust. As a Trust we are ambitious about the future, creating learning environments and excellence in teaching and learning that provide our children and young people with the best chance at a successful future. Other schools which are part of our Trust include Croxby Primary, Cottingham High School, Hessle High School & Sixth Form College, Holderness Academy, Howden School, Keyingham Primary, Oakfield School, Penshurst Primary and Winifred Holtby Academy. The Consortium Sixth Form College, with campuses at Hessle and Wolfreton, delivers post-16 provision to learners across our Trust. Wolfreton’s recent Ofsted inspection report is a reflection of the dedication, expertise and commitment shown by staff every day, the positive attitudes and character of its students, and the strong culture that underpins the whole school community. It highlights a school where young people are known, valued and supported to achieve
“As a Trust we are ambitious about the future, creating learning environments and excellence in teaching and learning that provide our children and young people with the best chance at a successful future.”
their full potential, both academically and personally. This outcome is a testament to the strength of leadership across the school and the collective efforts of staff, students, parents and carers, whose shared commitment ensures that Wolfreton continues to provide exceptional opportunities and shape positive futures for the young people it serves.
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Wolfreton School and Sixth Form College Well Lane, Willerby, East Yorkshire, HU10 6HB Tel: 01482 659356, enquiries@wolfreton.co.uk
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