South Ossett Infant Academy
89%
Capacity
80
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About South Ossett Infant Academy
South Ossett Infant Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 80 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 90 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated South Ossett Infant Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hannah Young, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
South Ossett Infant Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 17 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at South Ossett Infant Academy include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Sports Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Gymnastics, Netball, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Chess, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, South Ossett Infant Academy 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Vicar Lane, Ossett, Wakefield, WF5 0BE |
| Headteacher | Hannah Young |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 80 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.3% |
| School Capacity | 80 / 90 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 31 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
57
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Vicar Lane, Ossett
Wakefield, WF5 0BE
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