Question 1

Is The Rookeries Carleton Junior and Infant School a good school?

Accepted Answer

The school’s current Key Stage 2 profile is strong, with 70% meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths in the 2025 dataset. The latest graded inspection outcome (January 2023) was Good overall, with Outstanding for behaviour and attitudes and Outstanding for early years provision.

Question 2

What are the fees at The Rookeries Carleton Junior and Infant School?

Accepted Answer

This is a state-funded school, there are no tuition fees. Families should budget for typical school costs such as uniform, trips and optional clubs where applicable.

Question 3

How do I apply for Reception entry for September 2026?

Accepted Answer

Reception admissions are coordinated by Wakefield Council. For Reception entry in September 2027 in Wakefield, applications close on 15 January 2027, with offers issued on 16 April 2027. Offers are available from 16 April 2027.

Question 4

Does the school have a nursery, and when can children start?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The nursery is term-time and the school states children can join from the term after their 3rd birthday. It also states nursery places are funded through the free childcare scheme, including universal funded hours for eligible ages.

Question 5

What are the school hours and breakfast arrangements?

Accepted Answer

The school lists an official start time of 08:50 and an end time of 15:20 for Reception to Year 6, with total weekly hours listed as 32.5. Breakfast is available until 08:30 according to the school’s timings information.

Question 6

Which secondary school is linked to the Carleton pyramid?

Accepted Answer

Wakefield Council lists the Carleton pyramid secondary as Carleton High School. Families should still confirm current transition patterns and admissions arrangements with the local authority.

Question 7

What did the latest inspection highlight as strengths and areas to improve?

Accepted Answer

Strengths include high expectations, purposeful learning, strong early reading, and inclusive practice including support for deaf pupils and the use of British Sign Language. The main improvement point is greater consistency in some foundation subjects so that pupils remember key knowledge over time.

1st preference	43	40	93%
2nd preference	30	4	13%
3rd preference	18	0	0%
4th–5th preference	10	1	10%
Total	101	45	45%

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