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Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School

Station Road, Low Ackworth, Pontefract, WF7 7HH

Voluntary controlled school · Ages 3–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Good

May 2024

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80% 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

93.0%

Writing

83.0%

Maths

97.0%

RWM Combined

80.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Ackworth Mill Dam School

1.05 km away · Academy converter

Good

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1.57 km away · Academy converter

Good

Badsworth Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School

2.8 km away · Voluntary controlled school

Good

Featherstone Purston Infant School

3.34 km away · Community school

Good

Larks Hill Junior and Infant School

3.47 km away · Academy converter

Outstanding

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About Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School

Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School is a primary school in Pontefract, Wakefield. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 80% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 230 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Station Road, Pontefract, WF7 7HH | More schools in Wakefield

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

May 2024 — Good
Mar 2020 — Requires improvement
May 2016 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School

What is Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School's Ofsted rating?

Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School's latest exam results?

Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School: KS2 2024/25: 80% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School located?

Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School is a primary school in Pontefract, Wakefield (WF7 7HH).

How many pupils attend Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School?

Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School has around 230 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School with other schools?

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