Newton Hill Community School
110%
Capacity
330
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Newton Hill Community School
Newton Hill Community School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 330 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 300 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Newton Hill Community School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Caroline Wheatley, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3383rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 97 in Wakefield.
Newton Hill Community School is a popular choice with families — it received 153 applications for 45 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Newton Hill Community School include Library, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Choir, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, Newton Hill Community 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Leeds Road, Wakefield, Wakefield, WF1 2HR |
| Headteacher | Caroline Wheatley |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 330 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.3% |
| School Capacity | 330 / 300 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jun 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3383rd of 13,686
Nationally
334th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
29th of 97
In Wakefield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
73%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
153
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
53 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Leeds Road, Wakefield
Wakefield, WF1 2HR
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