Normanton Junior Academy
Normanton, WF6 1EY · Wakefield · primary school
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25th 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 9.2/10 against 2,470 of them, against 8.2/10 nationally. 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 | 83.0 · 92 | 40% | 3.67 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Normanton Junior Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 83.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 10.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 357 pupils against a stated capacity of 360. 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 school support pupils who are close to the higher standard in maths? What specific trips or projects are planned for the next term? How does the school manage the transition for Year 6 pupils?
What Ofsted said about Normanton Junior Academy
Overview
Normanton Junior Academy continues to be a good school, where pupils enjoy attending and behave very well. Leaders maintain high expectations for learning and behaviour, fostering a supportive environment where pupils feel safe and are encouraged to develop their character and talents.
Strengths
- Pupils are "highly supportive of one another" and "respectful of people’s differences," with bullying being rare.
- Leaders make reading a priority, using a reviewed curriculum and extra support to help pupils read more confidently.
- The curriculum is carefully planned, with subject leaders identifying important knowledge and using trips and visitors to "bring the curriculum to life."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive "effective support" through clear identification systems and collaboration with outside agencies.
- The provision for pupils’ wider development is a strength, offering many opportunities for groups that help improve the school and support well-being.
Areas to improve
- Systems to check what pupils know and can remember are not embedded in all subjects, meaning some leaders lack a comprehensive understanding of learning in foundation subjects.
- Some teachers do not check whether pupils understand what they are being taught carefully enough in mathematics, resulting in work that is occasionally too easy or too hard for some pupils.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular updates and knowing how to identify concerns and report them.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 83% |
| 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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