St Austin's Catholic Primary School
Wakefield, WF1 3PF · Wakefield · primary school
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64th 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 the 4,049 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.7/10 among them, against 3.2/10 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 | 51.0 · 21 | 40% | 0.83 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Austin's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 51.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.7 out of 10 among them, against 3.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the School Council and Mini Vinnies clubs. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 306 pupils against a stated capacity of 315. 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 below the national median in literacy and numeracy? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in the lower-performing subjects? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the gap between its results and the national average?
What Ofsted said about St Austin's Catholic Primary School
Overview
St Austin’s Catholic Primary School continues to be a good school, described as “friendly and welcoming” with staff who ensure pupils feel safe. The school provides an “ambitious curriculum” that enables pupils to learn well, supported by high expectations for conduct and effective pastoral care.
Strengths
- The curriculum in subjects such as mathematics and geography is “well sequenced,” with clear progression of knowledge.
- Teachers assess pupils “effectively” in mathematics and reading, using strategies that provide “precise information” about what pupils know.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported to access the full curriculum, with tasks adapted as necessary.
- The approach to reading is “well organised,” with staff ensuring pupils receive the specific phonics teaching they need.
- Pupils behave well, are “calm and orderly,” and are motivated by the school’s focus on virtues and rewards.
Areas to improve
- Assessment strategies in foundation subjects are not used well enough to give a “sufficiently clear picture” of what pupils have learned, meaning gaps in learning are not consistently identified.
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 | 66% |
| 2023/24 | 47% |
| 2024/25 | 51% |
| 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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