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Council: Wakefield

Crigglestone Nursery School

Wakefield, Wakefield - WF4 3EB

Nursery (ages 2-4)

“At Crigglestone and The Castle, we understand that all children have individual strengths and needs. Our dedicated and caring federation team works tirelessly to ensure every child feels safe, valued and supported to reach their full potential—academically, socially and emotionally.”

NurseryEstablishedNo rating on record

Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy

Wakefield, Wakefield - WF4 3HY

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“As a Church of England school, we strive to prepare our children socially, morally, spiritually and academically so they are ready for the future and we lead by example.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

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Quality of education: Good

Crofton Academy

Wakefield, Wakefield - WF4 1NF

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“Our core values of Care, Aspire, Succeed guide our decisions and shape our culture. They underpin our school community where pupils are encouraged not only to achieve academic success, but also to grow into confident, resilient, and thoughtful individuals.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Crofton Infant School

Wakefield, Wakefield - WF4 1NG

Nursery - Year 2 (ages 3-7)

“Our school-based Nursery offers a warm, nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 3–4 years. Children are very much part of our wider school community, supporting a smooth and confident transition into Reception when the time comes.”

PrimarySince 2015Ofsted: Good

Crofton Junior School

Wakefield, Wakefield - WF4 1HJ

Year 3 - Year 6 (ages 7-11)

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Darrington Church of England Primary School

Pontefract, Wakefield - WF8 3SB

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“We strive to equip pupils with the skills to become lifelong motivated and independent learners by providing a curriculum that is broad, balanced and relevant to their needs.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

De Lacy Academy

Knottingley, Wakefield - WF11 0BZ

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“De Lacy Academy has a reputation as a caring school, which places the individual at the very heart of what we do. Visitors to our school regularly comment upon the warm and friendly atmosphere created by the positive relationship between staff and students.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: OutstandingQuality of education: Outstanding

De Lacy Primary School

Pontefract, Wakefield - WF8 2TG

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: OutstandingQuality of education: Outstanding

Dimple Well Infant School and Nursery

Ossett, Wakefield - WF5 8LB

Nursery - Year 2 (ages 3-7)

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

England Lane Academy

Knottingley, Wakefield - WF11 0JA

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“At England Lane Academy, we strive to promote an inclusive, welcoming learning environment where all members of the school community feel safe, valued and respected. We aim to develop independence, individuality and the confidence to take risks through challenging learning opportunities.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: OutstandingQuality of education: Outstanding

English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

Wakefield, Wakefield - WF2 9DD

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Enrich Academy

Wakefield, Wakefield - WF4 1LL

Year 10 - Year 11 (ages 14-16)

“Enrich Academy, as a member of Ethos Academy Trust, is committed to ensuring equality of education and opportunity for all pupils, staff, parents and carers receiving provision from the service, irrespective of age, disability, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, socio-economic…”

Not applicableEstablishedOfsted: Requires improvementQuality of education: Requires improvement

Evolve Academy

Wakefield, Wakefield - WF2 8BB

Reception - Year 9 (ages 4-14)

“Pupils are welcomed into Evolve Academy from 8:45am each morning where pupils have the opportunity to spend time in their Nurture group, have a Nurture breakfast, discussing the day ahead and sharing news and thoughts with key staff before moving into their timetabled curriculum for the day.”

Not applicableEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Fairburn View Primary School, Castleford

Castleford, Wakefield - WF10 3DB

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 2-11)

“If a pupil is to transfer into Fairburn View Primary School mid year from another primary school, they should apply through Wakefield admissions department. If the school has a space in the year group requested the pupil will be able to transfer to Fairburn View Primary school with no issue.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Featherstone All Saints CofE Academy

Pontefract, Wakefield - WF7 6BQ

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“Through our engaging curriculum, we ensure that children can foster a passion for learning and curiosity that will help to develop high aspirations and a lifetime of memories.”

PrimaryEstablishedNo rating on record

Featherstone Girnhill Infant School

Pontefract, Wakefield - WF7 5JB

Nursery - Year 2 (ages 3-7)

“At Girnhill Infant School, leaders are passionate that our children get the best opportunities. We believe in giving our children a curriculum that engages them with enriching activities that foster a love of learning to enable them to succeed in life.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Featherstone North Featherstone Junior and Infant School

Pontefract, Wakefield - WF7 6LW

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“At North Featherstone Junior and Infant School, we always put our children first, and value each one individually. Children and the wider school community are always treated with respect and we teach them all to understand and remain true to the schools core values.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Featherstone Purston Infant School

Pontefract, Wakefield - WF7 5HF

Nursery - Year 2 (ages 3-7)

“We put our children first and value all our children as individuals. We treat them with respect and endeavour to keep our children safe, promoting a sense of health and wellbeing, equipping our children with the necessary skills for life.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Featherstone Purston St Thomas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School

Pontefract, Wakefield - WF7 5BG

Year 3 - Year 6 (ages 7-11)

“We are a Church of England voluntary controlled Junior school (age 7-11) situated in the old mining town of Featherstone, West Yorkshire. We have 356 pupils currently on roll with an above average 47% being pupil premium.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Requires improvementQuality of education: Requires improvement

Fitzwilliam Primary School

Pontefract, Wakefield - WF9 5BA

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 2-11)

“At Fitzwilliam Primary School, as a proud member of the Inspire Partnership Multi-Academy Trust, we create a culture where every child is empowered to thrive. Our school life is underpinned by four core values and three clear “Pocket Principles” that define how we work, learn, and grow together.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Requires improvement