PrimaryData as of May 2026

Carlton Primary School

New Road, Carlton, Wakefield, WF3 3RE

Community school

Pupils

320

Ages

3-11

FSM

12.1%

Capacity

367

Ofsted

Good

Feb 2020

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

77.0%

Writing

84.0%

Maths

80.0%

RWM Combined

73.0%

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About Carlton Primary School

Carlton Primary School is a primary school in Wakefield, Leeds. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2020 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 73% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 320 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: New Road, Wakefield, WF3 3RE | More schools in Leeds

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Carlton Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jan 2025 — Standards maintained
Feb 2020 — Good
Nov 2017 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Carlton Primary School

What is Carlton Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Carlton Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2020 inspection.

What are Carlton Primary School's latest exam results?

Carlton Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 73% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Carlton Primary School located?

Carlton Primary School is a primary school in Wakefield, Leeds (WF3 3RE).

How many pupils attend Carlton Primary School?

Carlton Primary School has around 320 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Carlton Primary School with other schools?

View Carlton Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Leeds.