Crigglestone Dane Royd Junior and Infant School
Wakefield, WF4 3LZ · Wakefield · primary school
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4th of 98 primary schools in Wakefield we can score, 113 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.9/10 against 3,623 of them, against 9.7/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 91.0 · 98 | 40% | 3.92 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 25.0 · 96 | 25% | 2.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Crigglestone Dane Royd Junior and Infant School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 91.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 25.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in July 2024. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join the Ocarina and School orchestra clubs, participate in the Rock Steady Programme, School choir, Young Voices, and Christmas Productions, and visit Robinwood Activity Centres. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 355 pupils against a stated capacity of 315. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the higher standard? How are places allocated for the next academic year?
What Ofsted said about Crigglestone Dane Royd Junior and Infant School
Overview
Crigglestone Dane Royd Junior and Infant School continues to be an outstanding school. The report describes a "friendly and welcoming" environment where pupils receive an "exceptional quality of education" and thrive in a "highly inclusive" setting. Leaders demonstrate a "relentless focus on doing the best for all pupils," ensuring high ambitions for every child regardless of their starting point.
Strengths
- Pupils display "exemplary" behaviour, being "kind and caring" from Nursery, with respectful relationships and a strong understanding of equality.
- The curriculum is "highly ambitious" and carefully mapped, with teachers using "strong subject knowledge" to select meaningful activities that make learning engaging.
- Reading provision is "comprehensive," inspiring pupils to become "enthusiastic, fluent and confident readers" through dynamic phonics lessons and strong routines.
- Personal development is exceptional, with staff going the "extra mile" to provide meaningful opportunities, such as ambassador roles and enterprise projects, that "broaden pupils’ horizons."
- Provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is "personalised and adapted," ensuring they access activities and achieve exceptionally well alongside their peers.
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 69% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 91% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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