Upton Primary School
112%
Capacity
471
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Upton Primary School
Upton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 471 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (112% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Upton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lynne Williamson, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9277th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 69th out of 97 in Wakefield.
Upton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 77 applications for 60 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 65 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Upton Primary School include Forest School, Dining Hall, Library, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Cross Country, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Book Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, Upton 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Waggon Lane, Pontefract, Wakefield, WF9 1JS |
| Headteacher | Lynne Williamson |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 471 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.7% |
| School Capacity | 471 / 420 (112% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Oct 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9277th of 13,686
Nationally
990th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
69th of 97
In Wakefield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
55%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
77
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
65 families put this school as their 1st choice (84% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Waggon Lane, Pontefract
Wakefield, WF9 1JS
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