Hendal Primary School, Wakefield
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
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Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 2 years agoOverall
Quality of Education
Behaviour & Attitudes
Personal Development
Leadership & Management
Early Years
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Hendal Primary creates a nurturing environment where children thrive academically and personally. The school excels at developing well-rounded pupils through a wealth of clubs, visits, and leadership opportunities that prepare them for life in modern Britain. With a strong focus on reading and inclusive practice for all learners, your child will receive high-quality education in a safe, welcoming community.
Key Strengths
- Outstanding personal development with exceptional opportunities for leadership, community involvement, and character building - including boxing club, eco council, and digital leader roles
- Strong focus on reading with consistent teaching methods, well-structured phonics lessons, and pupils who are enthusiastic about books
- Inclusive approach to special educational needs with highly skilled staff and full participation for all pupils
- Good behaviour and strong relationships between staff and pupils, creating a calm and supportive learning environment
- Well-planned, ambitious curriculum with memorable learning experiences enriched by trips and visitors
Areas for Improvement
- Attendance rates for disadvantaged pupils remain too low, preventing them from achieving as well as their peers
- Previous inconsistencies in teaching quality and expectations in Key Stage 1 need continued monitoring to ensure sustained improvement
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective with all concerns logged and monitored, regular staff training, thorough checks on staff and volunteers, and secure partnerships with families and support agencies.
Extracurricular Activities
boxing club, eco council, digital leader roles, reading ambassador programme, community fundraising activities, visits to places of worship, before- and after-school clubs, wide range of extra-curricular clubs
Hendal Primary School is a nurturing and welcoming school where pupils feel cared for and valued, with an overall effectiveness rating of Good. The school has made significant improvements from its previous 'Requires Improvement' grade, with particular strengths in personal development and reading.
At a Glance
33.5%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
What Parents Think
37 responsesSource: Ofsted Parent View - % who strongly agree or agree
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has improved from 64% to 70%. Maths has declined from 75% to 66%. Writing has declined from 69% to 64%.
Class Sizes
26.6
Avg class size
25.8
Infant (KS1)
27.1
KS2
15
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
98%
Near capacity
410 pupils
420 capacity
10 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Wakefield
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Wakefield
Admissions Demand - Wakefield
Places available
4,426
Applications
3,755
Got 1st preference
91.3%
Got preferred school
98.2%
Primary admissions across Wakefield (2025/26)
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Pupil Demographics
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
5.39108%
Overall absence
16.56805%
Persistent absence
338
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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