Outwood Primary Academy Park Hill
99%
Capacity
448
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Outwood Primary Academy Park Hill
Outwood Primary Academy Park Hill is a state-funded None primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 448 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 451 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Outwood Primary Academy Park Hill "Good", the school is led by headteacher Luke McNamara, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3983rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 97 in Wakefield.
Outwood Primary Academy Park Hill is a popular choice with families — it received 92 applications for 51 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Outwood Primary Academy Park Hill include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Cross Country, Swimming, as well as clubs including Choir, Film Club, Book Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, Outwood Primary Academy Park Hill 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 | Irwin Crescent, Wakefield, Wakefield, WF1 4QY |
| Headteacher | Luke McNamara |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 448 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.0% |
| School Capacity | 448 / 451 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Oct 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3983rd of 13,686
Nationally
398th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
33rd of 97
In Wakefield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
71%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed51
92
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Outwood Primary Academy Park Hill
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Contact Information
Irwin Crescent, Wakefield
Wakefield, WF1 4QY
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