Hendal Primary School

A not judged community school school in Wakefield. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Hendal Primary School.

Wakefield, WF27QW Ofsted: Not Judged Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

48

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
50.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 59.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
44.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 5.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Not Judged

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Not Judged
Overall effectiveness
Not Judged
Last inspected
19 November 2024
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Hendal Lane
Wakefield, WF27QW
Phone
1924259465
Website
hendalprimary.org.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
108218
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
Hendal Lane, Wakefield, WF2 7QW
Website
www.hendalprimary.org.uk
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
420 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
420
Free School Meals
39.0% (164 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.1% (9 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.1%
Good
Persistent Absence
17.8%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
59.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
5.0%
Reading Score:
104.0
Maths Score:
105.0
Grammar Score:
105.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 105.0 104.0
2023 103.0 103.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
24 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
47
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
420 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+1.5 per year)

Up 1.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Belong, Aspire, Achieve"

Happiness of children, families and staff Caring staff who respect and know the children A sense of belonging during children’s formative years The development of self-confidence, self-motivation and independence Co-operation, collaboration and teamwork Exciting but safe and secure spaces, indoor and outdoor, where children can explore, discover and experiment The natural environment, the local community and the wider world A stimulating and challenging curriculum, suited to children’s needs, enabling them to reach their full potential across all areas of learning Praise and celebration of the achievements of every child Raising aspirations and a commitment to lifelong learning Working in partnership with others to meet the needs of all the children and their families All aspects of British life and culture; democracy, rule of law, celebrating differences, diversity, and preparing children for life in Modern Britain

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Mrs K Ashton describes Hendal Primary as an ambitious, nurturing and inclusive school where children, families and staff belong. She highlights high expectations, a curriculum with experiential learning, strong parent and community partnerships, and a focus on developing independent lifelong learners.

Curriculum Highlights

Broad and balanced curriculum Cross-curricular links between subjects Experiential learning with first-hand learning experiences Educational visits and class visitors, including residentials A curriculum that recognises prior learning, promotes independence and supports British Values

SEND Provision

Hendal Primary School provides SEND support via a dedicated SENCO and Learning Mentor, and delivers a range of interventions tailored to pupil needs, including Talk About, Lego Therapy, Teadorescu, Fit To Learn, Specific Learning Programme, Zones of Regulation, Self Esteem, Mindfulness and Meditation. The school collaborates with external agencies and refers to Local Offer, Occupational Therapy, CAMHS, Speech and Language, and School Nursing where appropriate.

Admissions Criteria

Hendal Primary admits pupils at the beginning of Autumn, Spring and Summer terms into Lower Foundation. It has a 39-place Nursery with part-time and full-time places, 15-hour sessions (morning or afternoon), and 30-hour places for eligible children. For full-time places, contact Wakefield LA Admissions (01924 305616). If the school is oversubscribed, Wakefield LA Admissions criteria apply. Open evenings are held to view EYFS provision; transition processes include visits and a transition pack.

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