Castleford Three Lane Ends Academy
136%
Capacity
428
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Castleford Three Lane Ends Academy
Castleford Three Lane Ends Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 428 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (136% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Castleford Three Lane Ends Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Delyth Roberts, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6532nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 54th out of 97 in Wakefield.
Castleford Three Lane Ends Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 81 applications for 45 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Castleford Three Lane Ends Academy include Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Netball, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Chess, Drama, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, Castleford Three Lane Ends Academy 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Methley Road, Castleford, Wakefield, WF10 1PN |
| Headteacher | Delyth Roberts |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 428 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.9% |
| School Capacity | 428 / 315 (136% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6532nd of 13,686
Nationally
685th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
54th of 97
In Wakefield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
63%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
81
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Methley Road, Castleford
Wakefield, WF10 1PN
Methley Road, Castleford
Wakefield, WF10 1PN
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