Crofton Infant School
76%
Capacity
197
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Crofton Infant School
Crofton Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 197 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Crofton Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clare Holloway, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
Crofton Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 91 applications for 46 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Crofton Infant School include Music Rooms, Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Rounders, Swimming, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Chess, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, Crofton 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | High Street, Wakefield, Wakefield, WF4 1NG |
| Headteacher | Clare Holloway |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 197 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.9% |
| School Capacity | 197 / 258 (76% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 May 2024): School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Source: Ofsted, 22 Mar 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed46
91
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
High Street, Wakefield
Wakefield, WF4 1NG
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