South Elmsall Carlton Junior and Infant School
89%
Capacity
443
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About South Elmsall Carlton Junior and Infant School
South Elmsall Carlton 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 443 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 498 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated South Elmsall Carlton Junior and Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Craig Mills, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11389th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 84th out of 97 in Wakefield.
South Elmsall Carlton Junior and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 106 applications for 60 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 70 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at South Elmsall Carlton Junior and Infant School include Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Gymnastics, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Science Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, South Elmsall Carlton 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 | Carlton Road, Pontefract, Wakefield, WF9 2QQ |
| Headteacher | Craig Mills |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 443 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.9% |
| School Capacity | 443 / 498 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11389th of 13,686
Nationally
1238th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
84th of 97
In Wakefield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'23/24
47%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
106
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
70 families put this school as their 1st choice (66% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Carlton Road, Pontefract
Wakefield, WF9 2QQ
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