Wakefield Pinders Primary (JIN) School
103%
Capacity
354
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Wakefield Pinders Primary (JIN) School
Wakefield Pinders Primary (JIN) School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 354 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 345 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wakefield Pinders Primary (JIN) School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lorna Kemplay, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11161st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 80th out of 97 in Wakefield.
Wakefield Pinders Primary (JIN) School is a popular choice with families — it received 110 applications for 45 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 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 Wakefield Pinders Primary (JIN) School include Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Tennis, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Book Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, Wakefield Pinders Primary (JIN) 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 | Eastmoor Road, Wakefield, Wakefield, WF1 3SQ |
| Headteacher | Lorna Kemplay |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 354 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.5% |
| School Capacity | 354 / 345 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Sept 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 3 Mar 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11161st of 13,686
Nationally
1207th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
80th of 97
In Wakefield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
48%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
110
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Eastmoor Road, Wakefield
Wakefield, WF1 3SQ
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