Fitzwilliam Primary School
Pontefract, WF9 5BA · Wakefield · primary school
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91st 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 — 1.3/10 against 2,594 of them, against 1.6/10 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 62% | 1.17 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Fitzwilliam Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% 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% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. 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 (1.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 224 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard in core subjects? How does the school ensure all pupils have access to the higher standard curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Fitzwilliam Primary School
Overview
Fitzwilliam Primary School is described as a "happy and caring school" where pupils are "well-cared for" and demonstrate positive attendance. While behaviour, personal development, and leadership are rated as good, the quality of education requires improvement due to inconsistencies in curriculum clarity and teaching focus.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit good behaviour, adhering to expectations to be "respectful, responsible and ready" and responding well to support.
- Reading provision is strong, with a "well-organised" phonics programme that helps pupils become "keen readers."
- Personal development is a strength, featuring a "well-designed programme" for PSHE that builds cultural capital and emotional understanding.
- Early years provision is good, ensuring children are "well-cared for" and prepared for key stage 1.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "supported well" with bespoke help tailored to their needs.
Areas to improve
- Teaching must ensure pupils learn basic number facts and mental arithmetic strategies to prevent hindering progress in mathematics.
- The school should highlight important knowledge across all subjects and ensure teaching consistently addresses this content.
- Leaders must better check the impact of the curriculum on learning to identify strengths and weaknesses consistently.
Safeguarding
The report states that "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 | 31% |
| 2023/24 | 25% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| 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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