Wakefield Flanshaw Junior and Infant School
114%
Capacity
400
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Wakefield Flanshaw Junior and Infant School
Wakefield Flanshaw Junior and Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 400 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (114% of 350 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wakefield Flanshaw Junior and Infant School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Michael Woodburn, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 46% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11510th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 85th out of 97 in Wakefield.
Wakefield Flanshaw Junior and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 98 applications for 50 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Wakefield Flanshaw Junior and Infant School include Sensory Room, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Library, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Gymnastics, Football, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Choir, Coding, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, Wakefield Flanshaw Junior and Infant 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 | Flanshaw Road, Wakefield, Wakefield, WF2 0AS |
| Headteacher | Michael Woodburn |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 400 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.6% |
| School Capacity | 400 / 350 (114% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (46%)
11510th of 13,686
Nationally
1251st of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
85th of 97
In Wakefield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
46%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
36%
'23/24
46%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
98
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
50 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.
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Contact Information
Flanshaw Road, Wakefield
Wakefield, WF2 0AS
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