Dimple Well Infant School and Nursery
102%
Capacity
184
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Dimple Well Infant School and Nursery
Dimple Well Infant School and Nursery is a state-funded None primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 184 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Dimple Well Infant School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kate Dilworth, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
Dimple Well Infant School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 86 applications for 33 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dimple Well Infant School and Nursery include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Football, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Coding, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, Dimple Well Infant School and Nursery 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 | None |
| Address | Healey Road, Ossett, Wakefield, WF5 8LB |
| Headteacher | Kate Dilworth |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 184 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.0% |
| School Capacity | 184 / 180 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Dec 2022. 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed33
86
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Healey Road, Ossett
Wakefield, WF5 8LB
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