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Hendal Primary School
Hendal Lane, Wakefield, WF2 7QW, Wakefield
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
60.0 / 100
Top 40%
Better than 60% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
416
Capacity
420
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
99%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly in achieving 51% of students meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at KS2, placing it in the top 80% nationally. Parent satisfaction is commendable, with 84% of respondents recommending the school, though the percentage of students reaching a higher standard is relatively low at just 8%. Overall, it offers a supportive environment for children aged 3-11, backed by positive community feedback.
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Last inspected: 19 November 2024Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 51% | Bottom 20% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 8% | Top 45% UK |
Parent View (37 responses)
★★★★★4.0
My child is happy
92%
School keeps me informed
92%
School has high expectations
92%
Good range of extra-curricular
89%
My child makes good progress
89%
Good range of subjects
89%
My child feels safe
87%
Behaviour is good
87%
I'd recommend this school
84%
School supports development
84%
Progress is communicated
84%
School responds to concerns
60%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British71.9%
White Other8.2%
Black African7.0%
Mixed Other2.9%
Asian Pakistani1.9%
Mixed W+Asian1.7%
Mixed W+B African1.2%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.2%
Other1.2%
Asian Indian0.7%
Asian Other0.5%
Gypsy/Roma0.2%
Black Other0.2%
Asian Chinese0.2%
Location
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53.64231, -1.50836 · WF2 7QW
School details
Local authorityWakefield
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN108218
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.hendalprimary.org.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Hendal Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Hendal Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 19 November 2024.
Is Hendal Primary School a good school?
Hendal Primary School scores 60.0/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 40% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about Hendal Primary School?
Based on 37 Ofsted Parent View responses, Hendal Primary School receives a satisfaction score of 81% across all parent survey questions.
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