Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
110%
Capacity
230
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 230 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michael Walker, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3290th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 97 in Wakefield.
Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 90 applications for 30 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Other Difficulty/Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Rounders, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 3.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Station Road, Station Road, Pontefract, Wakefield, WF7 7HH |
| Headteacher | Michael Walker |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 230 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 3.6% |
| School Capacity | 230 / 210 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3290th of 13,686
Nationally
323rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
27th of 97
In Wakefield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
73%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
90
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
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Contact Information
Station Road, Station Road, Pontefract
Wakefield, WF7 7HH
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