The Mount Junior Infant & Nursery School
90%
Capacity
216
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About The Mount Junior Infant & Nursery School
The Mount Junior Infant & Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 216 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Mount Junior Infant & Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kate Eastwood, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8258th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 62nd out of 97 in Wakefield.
The Mount Junior Infant & Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 28 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Mount Junior Infant & Nursery School include Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Football, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Book Club, Film Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, The Mount Junior Infant & 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | The Mount, Wakefield, Wakefield, WF2 8QW |
| Headteacher | Kate Eastwood |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 216 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.3% |
| School Capacity | 216 / 240 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8258th of 13,686
Nationally
874th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
62nd of 97
In Wakefield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
59%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed28
60
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Mount, Wakefield
Wakefield, WF2 8QW
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