Ossett Flushdyke Junior and Infant School
107%
Capacity
112
Pupils
4.7x
Demand
About Ossett Flushdyke Junior and Infant School
Ossett Flushdyke Junior and Infant School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 112 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ossett Flushdyke Junior and Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Dan Wood, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 87% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 565th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 97 in Wakefield.
Ossett Flushdyke Junior and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 70 applications for 15 places, making it 4.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
Ossett Flushdyke Junior and Infant School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.8/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ossett Flushdyke Junior and Infant School include Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Library, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Forest School.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Dance, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Coding, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, Ossett Flushdyke Junior and Infant 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 | None |
| Address | Wakefield Road, Ossett, Wakefield, WF5 9AN |
| Headteacher | Dan Wood |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 112 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.3% |
| School Capacity | 112 / 105 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 24 May 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (87%)
565th of 13,686
Nationally
48th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
10th of 97
In Wakefield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
87%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
93%
'23/24
87%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed15
70
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ossett Flushdyke Junior and Infant School
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Contact Information
Wakefield Road, Ossett
Wakefield, WF5 9AN
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