Normanton Common Primary Academy
109%
Capacity
343
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Normanton Common Primary Academy
Normanton Common Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 343 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Normanton Common Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Courtenay Walls, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3595th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 97 in Wakefield.
Normanton Common Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 113 applications for 40 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
Normanton Common Primary Academy has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.1/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Normanton Common Primary Academy include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Forest School, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Dance, Football, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Film Club, Drama, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, Normanton Common Primary 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Castleford Road, Normanton, Wakefield, WF6 1QU |
| Headteacher | Courtenay Walls |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 343 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.5% |
| School Capacity | 343 / 315 (109% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Apr 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3595th of 13,686
Nationally
353rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
31st of 97
In Wakefield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
72%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed40
113
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 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
Castleford Road, Normanton
Wakefield, WF6 1QU
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