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Upton Primary School

Waggon Lane, Upton, Pontefract, WF9 1JS

Community school

Pupils

471

Ages

3-11

FSM

33.7%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Good

Sept 2017

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

55.0%

Writing

64.0%

Maths

64.0%

RWM Combined

47.0%

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About Upton Primary School

Upton Primary School is a primary school in Pontefract, Wakefield. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2017 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 47% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 471 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Waggon Lane, Pontefract, WF9 1JS | More schools in Wakefield

Ofsted inspection history

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

Oct 2022 — School remains Good
Sept 2017 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Upton Primary School

What is Upton Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Upton Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2017 inspection.

What are Upton Primary School's latest exam results?

Upton Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 47% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Upton Primary School located?

Upton Primary School is a primary school in Pontefract, Wakefield (WF9 1JS).

How many pupils attend Upton Primary School?

Upton Primary School has around 471 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Upton Primary School with other schools?

View Upton 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 Wakefield.