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Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy
Durkar Lane, Wakefield, WF4 3HY, Wakefield
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
45.6 / 100
Bottom 46%
Better than 46% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
312
Capacity
315
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
99%
Faith
Church of England
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary academy demonstrates solid academic performance, particularly with 64% of students meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 52% of schools nationally. However, only 5% of pupils achieved the higher standard, indicating room for improvement in challenging students to reach their full potential. Overall, parent satisfaction appears positive, making it a commendable choice for families in the area.
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Last inspected: 22 November 2023Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & 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%. | 64% | Bottom 48% 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
White British87.5%
Black African2.6%
Mixed W+Asian1.9%
Mixed Other1.6%
White Other1.6%
Asian Indian1.6%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.3%
Other0.6%
Asian Chinese0.3%
Asian Pakistani0.3%
Location
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53.64492, -1.52424 · WF4 3HY
School details
Local authorityWakefield
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN138293
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.stjamesacademy.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy rated by Ofsted?
Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 22 November 2023.
Is Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy a good school?
Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy scores 45.6/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 46% 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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