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Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy

Durkar Lane, Wakefield, WF4 3HY

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Church of England

Pupils

312

Ages

4-11

FSM

9.6%

Capacity

315

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2023

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

68.0%

Writing

68.0%

Maths

75.0%

RWM Combined

64.0%

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About Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy

Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy is a primary school in Wakefield, Wakefield. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 64% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 312 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Durkar Lane, Wakefield, WF4 3HY | More schools in Wakefield

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Nov 2023 — Good
Jul 2014 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy

What is Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy's latest exam results?

Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy: KS2 2024/25: 64% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy located?

Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy is a primary school in Wakefield, Wakefield (WF4 3HY).

How many pupils attend Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy?

Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy has around 312 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy with other schools?

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