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Larks Hill Junior and Infant School
Larks Hill, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 4RJ, Wakefield
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
100.0 / 100
Top 0%
Better than 100% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
202
Capacity
210
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
96%
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and exceptional performance in key stage 2, this primary school boasts a 97% rate of students meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 1% nationally. Parent satisfaction is notably high, with 97% recommending the school, reflecting strong community support. This positive environment, combined with robust academic achievements, makes it an excellent choice for families.
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Last inspected: 4 March 2025Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
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%. | 97% | Top 1% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 53% | Top 0% UK |
Parent View (64 responses)
★★★★★4.4
My child feels safe
100%
Behaviour is good
100%
My child is happy
98%
My child makes good progress
98%
Good range of extra-curricular
97%
Good range of subjects
97%
I'd recommend this school
97%
School has high expectations
97%
School keeps me informed
92%
School supports development
92%
Progress is communicated
92%
School responds to concerns
61%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British94.6%
Mixed W+Asian2.0%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.0%
Black African1.0%
Asian Other0.5%
Mixed Other0.5%
Other0.5%
Location
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53.68183, -1.32040 · WF8 4RJ
School details
Local authorityWakefield
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN139499
School typeAcademy converter
Frequently asked questions
What is Larks Hill Junior and Infant School rated by Ofsted?
Larks Hill Junior and Infant School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 4 March 2025.
Is Larks Hill Junior and Infant School a good school?
Larks Hill Junior and Infant School scores 100.0/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 0% 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 Larks Hill Junior and Infant School?
Based on 64 Ofsted Parent View responses, Larks Hill Junior and Infant School receives a satisfaction score of 88% across all parent survey questions.
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