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2025 Best Primary Schools in Pontefract Area

Find the perfect school for your child's future. Explore top primary and all-through schools across Pontefract. Filter by Ofsted rating, faith, and features; compare options; and view on a map or by neighbourhood.

Top Primary Schools in Pontefract

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State · Primary
#1PONTEFRACT
#82England

The Rookeries Carleton Junior and Infant School

Carleton Road, Carleton, Pontefract, WF8 3NP
Wakefield council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
322 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School45 offers / 101 applications
Subscription: 2.2xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#2PONTEFRACT
#350England

Halfpenny Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School

Halfpenny Lane, Pontefract, WF8 4BW
Wakefield council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
443 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School49 offers / 103 applications
Subscription: 2.1xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#3PONTEFRACT
#540England

Carleton Park Junior and Infant School

Moxon Close, Carleton Park, Pontefract, WF8 3PT
Wakefield council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
207 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School30 offers / 132 applications
Subscription: 4.4xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#4PONTEFRACT
#591England

Larks Hill Junior and Infant School

Larks Hill, Pontefract, WF8 4RJ
Wakefield council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
208 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School30 offers / 107 applications
Subscription: 3.6xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#5PONTEFRACT
#2,284England

West End Academy

Regent Street, Hemsworth, Pontefract, WF9 4QJ
Wakefield council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
187 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School30 offers / 61 applications
Subscription: 2.0xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#6PONTEFRACT
#2,538England

Grove Lea Primary School

Hemsworth Grove Lea Primary, Grove Terrace, Hemsworth, Pontefract, WF9 4BQ
Wakefield council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
253 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School29 offers / 78 applications
Subscription: 2.7xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#7PONTEFRACT
#2,581England

Orchard Head Junior and Infant and Nursery School

Orchard Head Lane, Pontefract, WF8 2NJ
Wakefield council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
340 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School42 offers / 120 applications
Subscription: 2.9xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#8PONTEFRACT
#2,751England

Badsworth Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School

Main Street, Badsworth, Pontefract, WF9 1AJ
Wakefield council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
204 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
Church of England
Application Demand
Primary School30 offers / 88 applications
Subscription: 2.9xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#9PONTEFRACT
#4,219England

Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School

Station Road, Low Ackworth, Pontefract, WF7 7HH
Wakefield council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
234 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
Church of England
Application Demand
Primary School30 offers / 90 applications
Subscription: 3.0xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details

Map of Primary Schools in Pontefract

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Ackworth is a popular residential pocket within the Pontefract area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Pontefract and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#14Outwood Primary Academy Bell LaneStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#16Ackworth Mill Dam SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
N/AAckworth SchoolIndependentAll-through2-18+ yearsMixedProtestantNot inspected by Ofsted
Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane#14
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Ackworth Mill Dam School#16
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Ackworth SchoolN/A
School Type: Independent
Phase: All-through
Age Range: 2-18+ years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Protestant
Ofsted: Not inspected by Ofsted

Badsworth is a popular residential pocket within the Pontefract area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Pontefract and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#8Badsworth Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Badsworth Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School#8
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Baghill is a popular residential pocket within the Pontefract area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Pontefract and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#20Holy Family and St Michael's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary AcademyStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
Holy Family and St Michael's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy#20
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

Carleton is a popular residential pocket within the Pontefract area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Pontefract and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#1The Rookeries Carleton Junior and Infant SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#28Cherry Tree Academy, PontefractStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneRequires Improvement
#30King's Meadow AcademyStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneRequires Improvement
The Rookeries Carleton Junior and Infant School#1
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Cherry Tree Academy, Pontefract#28
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Requires Improvement
King's Meadow Academy#30
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Requires Improvement

Carleton Park is a popular residential pocket within the Pontefract area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Pontefract and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#3Carleton Park Junior and Infant SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
Carleton Park Junior and Infant School#3
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding

Chequerfield is a popular residential pocket within the Pontefract area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Pontefract and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#18De Lacy Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
De Lacy Primary School#18
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding

Darrington is a popular residential pocket within the Pontefract area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Pontefract and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#11Darrington Church of England Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Darrington Church of England Primary School#11
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Featherstone is a popular residential pocket within the Pontefract area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Pontefract and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#13Featherstone All Saints CofE AcademyStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#22Featherstone North Featherstone Junior and Infant SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#25Featherstone Purston St Thomas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior SchoolStatePrimary7-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandRequires Improvement
N/AFeatherstone Girnhill Infant SchoolStatePrimary3-7 yearsMixedNoneGood
N/AFeatherstone Purston Infant SchoolStatePrimary3-7 yearsMixedNoneGood
Featherstone All Saints CofE Academy#13
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
Featherstone North Featherstone Junior and Infant School#22
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Featherstone Purston St Thomas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School#25
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 7-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Requires Improvement
Featherstone Girnhill Infant SchoolN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-7 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Featherstone Purston Infant SchoolN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-7 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Fitzwilliam is a popular residential pocket within the Pontefract area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Pontefract and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#32Fitzwilliam Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Fitzwilliam Primary School#32
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Halfpenny Lane is a popular residential pocket within the Pontefract area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Pontefract and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#2Halfpenny Lane Junior Infant and Nursery SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Halfpenny Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School#2
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Hemsworth is a popular residential pocket within the Pontefract area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Pontefract and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#5West End AcademyStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#6Grove Lea Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
#17St Helen's CE Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#24Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, PontefractStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
West End Academy#5
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Grove Lea Primary School#6
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding
St Helen's CE Primary School#17
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Pontefract#24
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

Kirk Smeaton is a popular residential pocket within the Pontefract area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Pontefract and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#10Kirk Smeaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Kirk Smeaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School#10
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Larks Hill is a popular residential pocket within the Pontefract area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Pontefract and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#4Larks Hill Junior and Infant SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Larks Hill Junior and Infant School#4
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Low Ackworth is a popular residential pocket within the Pontefract area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Pontefract and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#9Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School#9
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Moorthorpe is a popular residential pocket within the Pontefract area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Pontefract and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#15St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, MoorthorpeStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#27Moorthorpe Primary School With Inclusion ResourceStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Moorthorpe#15
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
Moorthorpe Primary School With Inclusion Resource#27
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Orchard Head is a popular residential pocket within the Pontefract area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Pontefract and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#7Orchard Head Junior and Infant and Nursery SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Orchard Head Junior and Infant and Nursery School#7
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Pontefract is a popular residential pocket within the Pontefract area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Pontefract and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#12St Giles C of E AcademyStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St Giles C of E Academy#12
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Pontefract Town Centre is a popular residential pocket within the Pontefract area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Pontefract and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#19St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, PontefractStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Pontefract#19
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

South Elmsall is a popular residential pocket within the Pontefract area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Pontefract and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#23South Elmsall Carlton Junior and Infant SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#26Ash Grove Primary AcademyStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
South Elmsall Carlton Junior and Infant School#23
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Ash Grove Primary Academy#26
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

South Kirkby is a popular residential pocket within the Pontefract area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Pontefract and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#29South Kirkby AcademyStatePrimary7-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
N/ASouth Kirkby Common Road Infant and Nursery SchoolStatePrimary3-7 yearsMixedNoneGood
N/ANorthfield Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneRequires Improvement
South Kirkby Academy#29
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 7-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
South Kirkby Common Road Infant and Nursery SchoolN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-7 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Northfield Primary SchoolN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Requires Improvement

Streethouse is a popular residential pocket within the Pontefract area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Pontefract and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#31Streethouse, Junior, Infant and NurseryStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneRequires Improvement
Streethouse, Junior, Infant and Nursery#31
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Requires Improvement

Upton is a popular residential pocket within the Pontefract area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Pontefract and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#21Upton Primary School, PontefractStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Upton Primary School, Pontefract#21
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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