Horbury Bridge Church of England Junior and Infant Academy
Wakefield, WF4 5PS · Wakefield · primary school
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18th 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 — 8.8/10 against 3,383 of them, against 9.1/10 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 | 93.0 · 99 | 40% | 3.95 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Horbury Bridge Church of England Junior and Infant Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 93.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with a national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 13.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. 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 (8.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.1 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils attend Forest School trips, with both breakfast and after-school clubs available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 125 pupils against a stated capacity of 131. 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
How does the Forest School programme integrate with the daily curriculum? What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the higher standard? How does the school manage the transition between infant and junior phases?
What Ofsted said about Horbury Bridge Church of England Junior and Infant Academy
Overview
Horbury Bridge Church of England Junior and Infant Academy continues to be a good school, where staff and governors maintain high expectations for pupil achievement. The institution is characterised by a strong Christian ethos that inspires pupils to be caring global citizens, supported by effective leadership and a safe, kind environment.
Strengths
- Early years provision is excellent, with children thriving in an "enabling environment" where staff "extend children’s communication and language skilfully."
- Staff are "expert teachers of early reading," using consistent phonics strategies so pupils read "at least as well as they should for their age."
- Mathematics teaching is strong, with teachers possessing "good subject knowledge" and adapting the curriculum "extremely well" for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Behaviour is exemplary; there is "no bullying," and pupils are "equally kind to each other," creating a happy and safe atmosphere.
- The curriculum is well-sequenced, particularly in history, where "disciplinary knowledge has been carefully considered" and pupils retain detailed learning.
Areas to improve
- Some staff are "very recently appointed to middle leadership roles," leading to "inconsistency in their subject and teaching content knowledge." Leaders must provide training to help subject leaders improve their knowledge and monitor education quality.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a "vigilant culture" where staff are aware of local risks and know the signs that pupils may be at risk of harm.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 86% |
| 2023/24 | 93% |
| 2024/25 | 93% |
| 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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