Ossett Southdale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
Ossett, WF5 8BA · Wakefield · primary school
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2nd 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 3,892 of them, against 9.8/10 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 | 94.0 · 99 | 62% | 6.10 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 25.0 · 96 | 38% | 3.69 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Ossett Southdale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 94.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 25.0%, 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 (9.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 336 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
With 24 places currently available, how does the school manage entry-year admissions if demand exceeds capacity? How do you support pupils who do not reach the higher standard in their core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Ossett Southdale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
Overview
Pupils “flourish in this wonderful school,” developing a “deep passion for learning” and “exceptionally strong relationships” with staff and peers. The report highlights that pupils “attain highly across the curriculum” and benefit from an “exciting, well-thought-out array of educational trips and visits” that foster independence and teamwork.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “expertly mapped and taught,” ensuring pupils “build their knowledge securely over time” and “remember their learning exceptionally well.”
- Staff use “skilled questioning” and “impressive and varied ways” to check understanding, taking “prompt action” to address any gaps in knowledge.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive “highly effective support,” making “exceptional progress” while accessing the same enriching curriculum as their peers.
- There is a strong focus on reading, with pupils showing a “love of reading” and discussing texts with “clarity and enthusiasm.”
- Personal development is robust, with pupils demonstrating a “deep understanding of different faiths and cultures” and learning to “manage their own feelings very well.”
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 | 82% |
| 2023/24 | 88% |
| 2024/25 | 94% |
| 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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