Shay Lane Primary (J and I) School
109%
Capacity
229
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Shay Lane Primary (J and I) School
Shay Lane Primary (J and I) School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 229 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Shay Lane Primary (J and I) School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michelle Melgram, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9412th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 71st out of 97 in Wakefield.
Shay Lane Primary (J and I) School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 29 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Shay Lane Primary (J and I) School include Art Studios, Library, Forest School, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Tennis, Football, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Gardening, Book Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, Shay Lane Primary (J and I) 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 | Shay Lane, Wakefield, Wakefield, WF4 1NN |
| Headteacher | Michelle Melgram |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 229 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.9% |
| School Capacity | 229 / 210 (109% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9412th of 13,686
Nationally
1005th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
71st of 97
In Wakefield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
55%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed29
76
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Shay Lane, Wakefield
Wakefield, WF4 1NN
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