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Pontefract Halfpenny Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School | Ofsted Ratings, Reviews, Exam Results & Admission 2026
Pontefract Halfpenny Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School
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Pontefract Halfpenny Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School
- Primary
- Wakefield WF8 4BW
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Pupils develop secure phonics skills and enjoy reading books, and their comprehension skills are improving.
Success of the Curriculum: Changes to the curriculum and higher expectations have improved mathematics progress. Pupils are catching up quickly in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Areas Needing Improvement: Pupils need to acquire subject-specific knowledge and skills across subjects beyond English and mathematics in greater depth.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Outcomes are good and improving, especially in mathematics. Pupils make good progress in their writing.
Support for Falling Behind: Leaders and teachers meet regularly to discuss pupils' progress and identify where additional support is required. This helps to address historical gaps in pupils' learning and accelerate their progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� behaviour in lessons and around school is good. Pupils are confident, keen to discuss ideas, and have good attitudes towards learning.
Support for SEND Pupils: Leaders use additional funding effectively to support disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND, ensuring their progress is improving quickly.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils know about different types of bullying, and they feel confident any concerns will be sorted out. Staff share a collective responsibility for keeping children safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Support for vulnerable pupils is strong. School leaders and staff work with external agencies to ensure the right support is in place.
Parent Feedback: Parents and carers are appreciative of the changes new leaders have made. Parents recognize and appreciate the school's positive approach to behavior management.
Parental Involvement: Parents attend developmental workshops and access the activity library, which helps continue children's learning and progress at home.
Extracurricular Activities: The school offers a wide range of additional sporting activities after school, increasing pupil participation and activity.
Teacher Engagement: The head of school carries out regular visits to lessons and provides timely support to teachers, improving the quality of teaching.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers use their good subject knowledge to plan engaging work, improving pupils' progress and attainment.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders gather an accurate insight into the strengths and weaknesses of the provision through regular lesson visits, book scrutiny, and discussions with pupils.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some variability remains in the quality of teaching, learning, and assessment. A small number of pupils do not receive the support they need to write independently.
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About Us
Pontefract Halfpenny Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 443 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 32 : 1.
At this school, 90% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B-
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C+
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 32.4 | 24.9 | 26 |
| Proficient Math | 111 | 102 | 109 |
| Proficient Read | 112 | 105 | 112 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 111 | 101 | 97 |
| Reading | 112 | 102 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 90% | 59.19% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% | 7.4% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 8.5 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 2.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 8.5 | Well Above Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 108 4 | 102 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 2 | 101 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 84% 25 | 62.78% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% 9 | 9.39% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -0.3 | Average |
| Writing | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.3 | Above Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 104 3 | 97 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 3 | 97 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 59% 16 | 58.29% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% 1 | 8.06% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 101 | 100 | 93 |
| Reading | 101 | 100 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 43% | 57.41% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% | 7.66% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -3.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.7 | Below Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
32 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Pontefract Halfpenny Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School
Local authority ratio 21 : 1