Trinity Academy Cathedral
Academy converter secondary school in Wakefield (Wakefield).
Location
iSchool location from Get Information about Schools. Nearby schools are coloured by phase. Open Map+ for a full-screen map with neighbourhood deprivation (England only).About
Trinity Academy Cathedral is an exciting and inspirational place to be. We believe that there are many factors that contribute to this unique environment – from our distinct Christian ethos, to our innovative curriculum and approach to rewarding students. We are here to make a difference to the community.
Our vision is for each student within our care to achieve their potential. We do this through high-quality teaching delivered in an environment characterised by our Christian values. This section provides you with a taste of what we think some of the ingredients are in our success please use the links to discover more.
Our website can only give an overview of what Trinity Academy Cathedral is all about so please contact us if you have any further queries or would like to pay us a visit. If you require a copy of any documents Here you will find we can provide this free of charge, please contact us. Trinity Scholars Trinity Scholar students benefit from an additional investment of up to £6000
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Enrichment
1 activityiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- White Rose Maths
Awards
3 awardsiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Anti-Bullying CharterRecognised award
- Duke of EdinburghPersonal development
- Healthy Eating AwardRecognised award
Key facts
- URN
- 145579
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Nursery
- No Nursery Classes
- Local authority
- Wakefield
- Constituency
- Wakefield and Rothwell
- Setting
- Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
- Opened
- 2018
Governing body (9 current, 2 former)
iAcademy trust: local governing body and trust board.Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revd Dr Philip Hobday | Chair of Local Governing Body | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2024 · until 2028 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Mark Dillon | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Ms Shelagh Wing | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Mr Aalok Kanwar | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mr Andrew Pugh | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Emma Leeder | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Miss Anna Gillinder | Local Governor | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2023 |
| Mr Danny Wilks | Local Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Ms Vicki Gilmore | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2022 · until 2028 |
| Mr Richard Fox Former | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2026 · term ended 2026 |
| Mr John Hanson Former | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2026 · term ended 2026 |
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