Fairburn View Primary School, Castleford
Castleford, WF10 3DB · Wakefield · primary school
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87th 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 — 0.3/10 against 1,037 of them, against 0.6/10 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 | 30.0 · 3 | 40% | 0.11 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Fairburn View Primary School, Castleford overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 30.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2024. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 471 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 have not reached the expected standard in maths? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the gap between current results and the national median?
What Ofsted said about Fairburn View Primary School, Castleford
Overview
Fairburn View Primary School is described as a "warm and nurturing" environment where staff consistently promote high ambitions and help pupils succeed. The report highlights a strong community spirit, with pupils behaving well and feeling happy and safe, supported by "very caring working relationships" with staff.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "ambitious" and carefully planned for most subjects, ensuring pupils "remember more over time" through regular revisiting of previous learning.
- Reading is a key priority; staff teach phonics "very effectively" and provide swift support, fostering confident readers through initiatives like "drop everything and read" time.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) achieve highly from their starting points, with teachers adapting lessons to meet individual needs.
- Early years provision is strong, with a "very welcoming" environment and well-developed routines that effectively develop children’s early language and number skills.
- Personal development is broadened through educational visits and learning about different cultures, helping pupils understand their local heritage and community.
Areas to improve
- Long- and medium-term plans in a small number of subjects are "underdeveloped," making it unclear what key knowledge and skills pupils need to learn.
- A number of pupils are frequently absent, meaning they "miss out on valuable learning experiences" and do not fully benefit from the curriculum.
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 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 53% |
| 2024/25 | 30% |
| 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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