Streethouse Junior, Infant and Nursery School
79%
Capacity
103
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Streethouse Junior, Infant and Nursery School
Streethouse Junior, Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 103 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Streethouse Junior, Infant and Nursery School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Nikkie Wright, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 31% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13234th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 95th out of 97 in Wakefield.
Streethouse Junior, Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 17 applications for 9 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple 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 Streethouse Junior, Infant and Nursery School include ICT Suite, Library, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cross Country, Football, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Gardening, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, Streethouse Junior, Infant and Nursery 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Whinney Lane, Pontefract, Wakefield, WF7 6DJ |
| Headteacher | Nikkie Wright |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 103 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.2% |
| School Capacity | 103 / 131 (79% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (31%)
13234th of 13,686
Nationally
1470th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
95th of 97
In Wakefield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
31%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
31%
'23/24
31%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
17
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
9 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.
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Contact Information
Whinney Lane, Pontefract
Wakefield, WF7 6DJ
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