St Helen's CE Primary School
80%
Capacity
217
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About St Helen's CE Primary School
St Helen's CE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 217 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 270 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Helen's CE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rob Harvey, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4696th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 97 in Wakefield.
St Helen's CE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 27 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 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 St Helen's CE Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, St Helen's CE Primary 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Highfield Road, Pontefract, Wakefield, WF9 4EG |
| Headteacher | Rob Harvey |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 217 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.7% |
| School Capacity | 217 / 270 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4696th of 13,686
Nationally
476th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
40th of 97
In Wakefield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
69%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
45
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Helen's CE Primary School
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Contact Information
Highfield Road, Pontefract
Wakefield, WF9 4EG
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