Stanley Grove Primary and Nursery Academy
92%
Capacity
240
Pupils
4.7x
Demand
About Stanley Grove Primary and Nursery Academy
Stanley Grove Primary and Nursery Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 240 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 262 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Stanley Grove Primary and Nursery Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Frost, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
Stanley Grove Primary and Nursery Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 137 applications for 29 places, making it 4.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Stanley Grove Primary and Nursery Academy include ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Dance, Rounders, Football, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, Stanley Grove Primary and Nursery 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Aberford Road, Wakefield, Wakefield, WF3 4NT |
| Headteacher | Joanne Frost |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 240 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.5% |
| School Capacity | 240 / 262 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Feb 2020Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Feb 2020): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Sept 2016. 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
137
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Aberford Road, Wakefield
Wakefield, WF3 4NT
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