Martin Frobisher Infant School
URN: 108148 • Normanton WF6 2NU
Overview
- Name
- Martin Frobisher Infant School
- URN
- 108148
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lyndsey Carter (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01924897814
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Church Road, Normanton WF6 2NU
Summary
Martin Frobisher Infant School is a community primary school located in Normanton, Wakefield, catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 4 to 7 years. With a current enrollment of 161 students, the school operates above its capacity of 135, reflecting its popularity within the local community. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment that prioritises mental health and well-being, alongside academic achievement.
The curriculum at Martin Frobisher is designed to provide a well-rounded education, incorporating core subjects such as mathematics, science, and English, alongside creative disciplines like art, music, and physical education. The school also emphasizes the importance of British values and personal, social, and health education (PSHE). Parents are encouraged to engage with the curriculum through initiatives like the Reading Cafe and various themed learning activities.
Support for students with special educational needs is a key focus, with designated staff ensuring tailored assistance. The school promotes a strong sense of community, offering wrap-around childcare and fostering partnerships with local families through initiatives such as Family Hubs. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website.
The curriculum at Martin Frobisher is designed to provide a well-rounded education, incorporating core subjects such as mathematics, science, and English, alongside creative disciplines like art, music, and physical education. The school also emphasizes the importance of British values and personal, social, and health education (PSHE). Parents are encouraged to engage with the curriculum through initiatives like the Reading Cafe and various themed learning activities.
Support for students with special educational needs is a key focus, with designated staff ensuring tailored assistance. The school promotes a strong sense of community, offering wrap-around childcare and fostering partnerships with local families through initiatives such as Family Hubs. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Illness/Medical Absence Form (sen)
- Term Time Holiday/Leave of Absence Request Form (sen)
- Special Educational Needs (sen)
- School >> (calendar)
- Home (other)
- Our School (other)
- Policies (other)
- Policy page Cookie Control Link Icon (other)
- Admissions (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Wakefield
- Age range
- 3 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 135
- Pupils
- 161
- Boys
- 87
- Girls
- 74
- FSM %
- 9.60
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 161 | 87 | 74 | 135 | 9.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 167 | 85 | 82 | 135 | 13.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 160 | 94 | 66 | 135 | 11.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 160 | 94 | 66 | 135 | 11.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 169 | 83 | 86 | 135 | 13.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 167 | 89 | 78 | 135 | 13.10 |
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