Badsworth Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
98%
Capacity
206
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Badsworth Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
Badsworth 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 4 to 11. The school has 206 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Badsworth Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jenny Griffiths, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2179th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 97 in Wakefield.
Badsworth Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 88 applications for 30 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Badsworth Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Library, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Cricket, Football, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Science Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, Badsworth 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Badsworth Ce J&I (Vc) School, Main Street, Main Street, Pontefract, Wakefield, WF9 1AJ |
| Headteacher | Jenny Griffiths |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 206 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.0% |
| School Capacity | 206 / 210 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 27 Mar 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2179th of 13,686
Nationally
209th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
19th of 97
In Wakefield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
77%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
88
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Badsworth Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
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Contact Information
Badsworth Ce J&I (Vc) School, Main Street, Main Street, Pontefract
Wakefield, WF9 1AJ
Badsworth Ce J&I (Vc) School, Main Street, Main Street, Pontefract
Wakefield, WF9 1AJ
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