AllSchools UK School Database All Schools UK
Log in Create account
Resources

Best 3 Primary schools in Pontefract – comparison

Comparison of primary schools: De Lacy Primary School (Primary) in Pontefract; Grove Lea Primary School (Primary) in Pontefract; Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School (Primary) in Pontefract — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares De Lacy Primary School, Grove Lea Primary School and Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School. They are primary phase and academy sponsor led, academy converter and voluntary controlled school type located around Pontefract, West Yorkshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (De Lacy Primary School), published Apr 2024. The lowest is 2 (Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School), published Jun 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School (Jun 2024). average roll around ≈ 250, combined total ≈ 800, typical FSM 20–25%, range 0–5%–45–50%; spread across trusts such as Pontefract Academies Trust and INSPIRE PARTNERSHIP MULTI ACADEMY TRUST.

🔒 Export (Pro)
De Lacy Primary School
WF8 2TG
Phase / Type
Primary • Academy sponsor led
Location
Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF8 2TG
Ofsted
1 30 Apr 2024
Pupils
≈ 350 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
45–50% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
Pontefract Academies Trust
Website
www.delacy.patrust.org.uk
Telephone
01977722620
Grove Lea Primary School
WF9 4BQ
Phase / Type
Primary • Academy converter
Location
Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF9 4BQ
Ofsted
1 9 Oct 2017
Pupils
≈ 250 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
INSPIRE PARTNERSHIP MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Website
www.groveleaprimary.com
Telephone
01977615080
Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
WF7 7HH
Phase / Type
Primary • Voluntary controlled school
Location
Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF7 7HH
Ofsted
2 23 Jun 2024
Pupils
≈ 250 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
0–5% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
Wakefield (384)
Website
www.ackworthhowardschool.co.uk
Telephone
01977612124
')]">

Unlock full school data

Advanced search, deep filters, contact details & exports — all in one Pro plan.

Advanced filters Full dataset access CSV & Excel export Ad-free
Get Pro Create account
  • Search & filter by region, district, city, county, trust, type, gender, religion.
  • Contact details and key metrics: pupils, capacity, FSM %, inspections.
  • One-click exports to CSV & Excel for reports and analysis.
  • Ad-free experience — faster browsing, zero distractions.

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?
We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.
What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?
Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.
Why can’t I see exact numbers?
To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.
How should I choose a school?
Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.
What should I look for when comparing schools?
Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.
Compare / 3
Compare