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Featherstone Purston St Thomas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School

George Street, Featherstone, Pontefract, WF7 5BG

Voluntary controlled school · Ages 7–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Mar 2024

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46% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

57.0%

Writing

67.0%

Maths

62.0%

RWM Combined

46.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Featherstone Purston Infant School

0.35 km away · Community school

Good

Featherstone Girnhill Infant School

0.41 km away · Academy converter

Good

Featherstone North Featherstone Junior and Infant School

1.26 km away · Community school

Good

Featherstone All Saints CofE Academy

2.13 km away · Academy converter

Good

Larks Hill Junior and Infant School

2.69 km away · Academy converter

Outstanding

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About Featherstone Purston St Thomas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School

Featherstone Purston St Thomas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School is a primary school in Pontefract, Wakefield. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 46% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 354 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: George Street, Pontefract, WF7 5BG | More schools in Wakefield

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Featherstone Purston St Thomas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Mar 2024 — Requires improvement
Nov 2013 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Featherstone Purston St Thomas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School

What is Featherstone Purston St Thomas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School's Ofsted rating?

Featherstone Purston St Thomas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are Featherstone Purston St Thomas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School's latest exam results?

Featherstone Purston St Thomas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School: KS2 2024/25: 46% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Featherstone Purston St Thomas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School located?

Featherstone Purston St Thomas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School is a primary school in Pontefract, Wakefield (WF7 5BG).

How many pupils attend Featherstone Purston St Thomas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School?

Featherstone Purston St Thomas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School has around 354 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Featherstone Purston St Thomas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School with other schools?

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