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Carleton Park Junior and Infant School
Moxon Close, Carleton Park, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 3PT, Wakefield
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
99.3 / 100
Top 1%
Better than 99% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
203
Capacity
218
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
93%
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and impressive KS2 results, this school excels in reading, writing, and mathematics, achieving 87% of students meeting expected standards. Parent satisfaction is notably high, with 94% recommending the school, reflecting a strong community feel. The school's LocaleIQ score of 99.3 indicates it performs better than 99% of schools, making it a compelling choice for families in the area.
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Last inspected: 15 October 2024Quality 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%. | 87% | Top 5% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 23% | Top 6% UK |
Parent View (32 responses)
★★★★★4.3
My child feels safe
100%
My child is happy
100%
Good range of extra-curricular
100%
My child makes good progress
100%
School keeps me informed
97%
Good range of subjects
97%
Behaviour is good
97%
School has high expectations
97%
Progress is communicated
97%
I'd recommend this school
94%
School supports development
94%
School responds to concerns
41%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British86.7%
White Other3.0%
Mixed W+Asian2.0%
Black African2.0%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.0%
Other1.0%
Asian Chinese1.0%
Asian Indian0.5%
Location
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53.68110, -1.31033 · WF8 3PT
School details
Local authorityWakefield
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN140337
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Frequently asked questions
What is Carleton Park Junior and Infant School rated by Ofsted?
Carleton Park Junior and Infant School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 15 October 2024.
Is Carleton Park Junior and Infant School a good school?
Carleton Park Junior and Infant School scores 99.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 1% 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 Carleton Park Junior and Infant School?
Based on 32 Ofsted Parent View responses, Carleton Park Junior and Infant School receives a satisfaction score of 86% across all parent survey questions.
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