Wakefield St Johns Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior and Infant School
100%
Capacity
211
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Wakefield St Johns Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior and Infant School
Wakefield St Johns Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior and Infant School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 211 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Wakefield St Johns Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior and Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Findlay, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10620th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 77th out of 97 in Wakefield.
Wakefield St Johns Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 30 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wakefield St Johns Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior and Infant School include Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Athletics, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, Wakefield St Johns Church of England Voluntary Aided 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Belgravia Road, Wakefield, Wakefield, WF1 3JP |
| Headteacher | Helen Findlay |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 211 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.5% |
| School Capacity | 211 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Sept 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 19 Oct 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10620th of 13,686
Nationally
1136th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
77th of 97
In Wakefield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
50%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wakefield St Johns Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior and Infant School
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Contact Information
Belgravia Road, Wakefield
Wakefield, WF1 3JP
Journey to School
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