Ossett South Parade Primary
86%
Capacity
428
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Ossett South Parade Primary
Ossett South Parade Primary is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 428 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 498 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ossett South Parade Primary "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Hedges, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7551st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 56th out of 97 in Wakefield.
Ossett South Parade Primary is a popular choice with families — it received 96 applications for 44 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ossett South Parade Primary include Art Studios, Forest School, Library, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Dance, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Science Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, Ossett South Parade Primary 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 | Fairfield Road, Ossett, Wakefield, Wakefield, WF5 0DZ |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Hedges |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 428 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.8% |
| School Capacity | 428 / 498 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 15 Oct 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7551st of 13,686
Nationally
804th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
56th of 97
In Wakefield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
61%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
96
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Fairfield Road, Ossett, Wakefield
Wakefield, WF5 0DZ
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