Glasshoughton Infant Academy
127%
Capacity
228
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Glasshoughton Infant Academy
Glasshoughton Infant Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 228 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (127% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Glasshoughton Infant Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher C Wilson, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
Glasshoughton Infant Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 134 applications for 60 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 67 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 Glasshoughton Infant Academy include Dining Hall, Library, Sensory Room, Forest School, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Tennis, Netball, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Chess, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, Glasshoughton Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Newfield Avenue, Castleford, Wakefield, WF10 4BH |
| Headteacher | C Wilson |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 228 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.4% |
| School Capacity | 228 / 180 (127% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 May 2023. 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
134
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
67 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Newfield Avenue, Castleford
Wakefield, WF10 4BH
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