Sitlington Netherton Junior and Infant School
94%
Capacity
197
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Sitlington Netherton Junior and Infant School
Sitlington Netherton Junior and Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 197 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sitlington Netherton Junior and Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Georgina Haley, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8652nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 65th out of 97 in Wakefield.
Sitlington Netherton Junior and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 20 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
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 Sitlington Netherton Junior and Infant School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Rounders, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Film Club, Drama, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, Sitlington Netherton 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Netherton Lane, Wakefield, Wakefield, WF4 4HQ |
| Headteacher | Georgina Haley |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 197 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.5% |
| School Capacity | 197 / 210 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 May 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Feb 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8652nd of 13,686
Nationally
921st of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
65th of 97
In Wakefield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
57%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed20
42
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Netherton Lane, Wakefield
Wakefield, WF4 4HQ
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