West Bretton Junior and Infant School
Wakefield, WF4 4LB · Wakefield · primary school
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42nd 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 1,887 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.4/10 among them, against 3.4/10 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 40% | 0.76 |
| Ofsted | 90 | 35% | 3.17 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
West Bretton Junior and Infant 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%. For the higher standard, 8.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. An Ofsted inspection in November 2025 used the new report-card framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.4 out of 10 among them, against 3.4 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 118 pupils against a stated capacity of 120. 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
Since the inspection is recent, what specific actions are being taken to raise attainment in reading? How does the school support pupils who are not yet meeting the expected standard in maths?
What Ofsted said about West Bretton Junior and Infant School
Overview
West Bretton Junior and Infant School is described as a "close-knit community" where leaders have high expectations and act quickly to support pupils. The report highlights "warm and respectful" relationships, with pupils behaving extremely well and attending regularly. While standards in reading and mathematics are strong, the report notes that improvements in writing are not yet fully reflected in outcomes.
Strengths
- Attendance is "consistently high" and "well below national averages" for absence, with staff taking "swift action" to address barriers.
- Pupils conduct themselves "extremely well," with "rare" disruption and bullying, supported by "calm consistency" from staff.
- Children make a "flying start" in early years, with a clear focus on communication, vocabulary, and phonics readiness.
- Effective systems ensure pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive tailored support, making "positive progress."
- Personal development is delivered in a "highly systematic way," with pupils engaging in debates, extra-curricular clubs, and leadership roles.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure staff consistently enable pupils to secure and apply important writing skills, such as handwriting and spelling, across the curriculum.
- The report notes that improvements in writing are "not reflected in outcomes in writing by the end of key stage 2."
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture" where concerns are "actively identified, acted upon and managed," ensuring pupils "feel safe."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 53% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 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
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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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