Moorthorpe Primary School With Inclusion Resource
80%
Capacity
252
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Moorthorpe Primary School With Inclusion Resource
Moorthorpe Primary School With Inclusion Resource is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 252 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Moorthorpe Primary School With Inclusion Resource "Good", the school is led by headteacher Deborah Birdsall, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11892nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 88th out of 97 in Wakefield.
Moorthorpe Primary School With Inclusion Resource is a popular choice with families — it received 63 applications for 25 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Moorthorpe Primary School With Inclusion Resource include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Music Rooms, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Gymnastics, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Art Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, Moorthorpe Primary School With Inclusion Resource 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 | Regent Street, Pontefract, Wakefield, WF9 2BL |
| Headteacher | Deborah Birdsall |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 252 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.3% |
| School Capacity | 252 / 315 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jan 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11892nd of 13,686
Nationally
1299th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
88th of 97
In Wakefield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
44%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
63
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Regent Street, Pontefract
Wakefield, WF9 2BL
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