Crofton Infant School

A good academy converter school in Wakefield. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Crofton Infant School.

Wakefield, WF41NG Ofsted: Good Age 3-7 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

Score not available

Needs all indicators

Performance score unavailable: missing published data for KS2 pupils meeting expected standard, KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
Not published
Raw: No data published
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
Not published
Raw: No data published
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
Raw: Good

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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

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
29 February 2012
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
9

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
High Street
Crofton
Wakefield, WF41NG

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
142493
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
High Street, Crofton, Wakefield, WF4 1NG
Age range
3-7
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
WATERTON ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
258 pupils
Setting
Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
201
Free School Meals
15.1% (30 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.0% (2 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.8%
Good
Persistent Absence
15.2%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
20 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
40
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
201 pupils
3-7

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Rule of Law Individual Liberty Mutual Respect

Head Teacher's Message

Executive Headteacher Clare Holloway welcomes visitors and emphasizes an inclusive, community‑focused school with an engaging curriculum, a safe and supportive environment, and a commitment to parental partnership and personal development.

Curriculum Highlights

Resilience Communication Teamwork Problem Solving Reflection Critical and Creative Thinking

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

After-school clubs run 3pm to 4pm on selected days and places must be booked at the start of each half term via the My Child At School app. Nursery offers extended hours; 30 hour places are available; Nursery sessions are 8:30am–11:30am (AM) and 12:15pm–3:15pm (PM); 30 hours Nursery is 8:30am–2:30pm with an optional extension 2:30pm–3:15pm at £3 per session.

Financial Information

Nursery extended hours cost £3 per session. Foundation Stage, Year 1 and Year 2 pupils receive free school meals under the Universal Infant Free School Meals scheme.

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