St Botolphs CE Academy
86%
Capacity
304
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About St Botolphs CE Academy
St Botolphs CE Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 304 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 354 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Botolphs CE Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stephanie Golding, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2679th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 97 in Wakefield.
St Botolphs CE Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 29 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
St Botolphs CE Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (32 responses).
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 St Botolphs CE Academy include Outdoor Playground, Library, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Gardening, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, St Botolphs CE 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Primrose Vale, Knottingley, Wakefield, WF11 9BT |
| Headteacher | Stephanie Golding |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 304 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.0% |
| School Capacity | 304 / 354 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2679th of 13,686
Nationally
255th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
22nd of 97
In Wakefield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
75%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
32 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
2025/26Oversubscribed29
62
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Botolphs CE Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Primrose Vale, Knottingley
Wakefield, WF11 9BT
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