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Wakefield Lawefield Primary School
Lawefield Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF2 8ST, Wakefield
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
23.7 / 100
Bottom 24%
Better than 24% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
451
Capacity
472
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
96%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly in English and mathematics, where it ranks in the top 77% nationally for expected outcomes in reading, writing, and maths. While only 5% of students achieve the higher standard at KS2, the school maintains a strong foundation for academic growth. Parent satisfaction appears positive, making it a viable option for families in the area.
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Last inspected: 26 March 2019Older inspection ⓘLeadership & 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%. | 53% | Bottom 23% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 5% | Bottom 38% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
Asian Pakistani34.1%
Black African19.1%
Other15.7%
White British14.4%
White Other11.3%
Asian Other5.1%
Asian Indian0.2%
Location
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53.67869, -1.50989 · WF2 8ST
School details
Local authorityWakefield
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN131734
School typeCommunity school
Frequently asked questions
What is Wakefield Lawefield Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Wakefield Lawefield Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 26 March 2019.
Is Wakefield Lawefield Primary School a good school?
Wakefield Lawefield Primary School scores 23.7/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 24% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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