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Half Acres Primary Academy

Temple Street, Castleford, WF10 5RE

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Pupils
430
Ages
3-11
FSM
22.0%
Capacity
450
Ofsted
Good
Mar 2025

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
82.0%
Writing
75.0%
Maths
75.0%
RWM Combined
65.0%

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About Half Acres Primary Academy

Half Acres Primary Academy is a primary school in Castleford, Wakefield. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2025 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 65% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 430 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Temple Street, Castleford, WF10 5RE | More schools in Wakefield

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Half Acres Primary Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Jan 2020 — School remains Good
  2. Jan 2020 — School remains Good
  3. Nov 2010 — Good (predecessor: Castleford Half Acres Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Half Acres Primary Academy

What is Half Acres Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?
Half Acres Primary Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.
What are Half Acres Primary Academy's latest exam results?
Half Acres Primary Academy: KS2 2024/25: 65% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Half Acres Primary Academy located?
Half Acres Primary Academy is a primary school in Castleford, Wakefield (WF10 5RE).
How many pupils attend Half Acres Primary Academy?
Half Acres Primary Academy has around 430 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Half Acres Primary Academy with other schools?
View Half Acres Primary Academy'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.