Castleford Wheldon Infant School and Nursery
URN: 108236 • Castleford WF10 1HF
Overview
- Name
- Castleford Wheldon Infant School and Nursery
- URN
- 108236
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Helen Davison-McMullen (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01977553528
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Francis Street, Castleford WF10 1HF
Summary
Castleford Wheldon Infant School and Nursery is a community primary school located in Castleford, Wakefield, accommodating 174 pupils with a capacity of 135. The school promotes a nurturing environment that emphasizes values such as self-discipline, empathy, curiosity, respect, teamwork, and resilience. The dedicated staff, led by Headteacher Mrs. Helen McMullen, is committed to providing quality education and ensuring the best outcomes for every child.
The curriculum is designed to foster a love of learning through engaging activities and experiences. Recent initiatives include a "Free Little Library" for students to exchange books, and various class trips to enhance learning outside the classroom. The school also focuses on community involvement, as seen in their collaboration with local businesses for playground refurbishments.
With a current overall attendance rate of 95.53%, Wheldon Infant School and Nursery strives to create a supportive atmosphere for both students and families. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at www.wheldoninfants.co.uk.
The curriculum is designed to foster a love of learning through engaging activities and experiences. Recent initiatives include a "Free Little Library" for students to exchange books, and various class trips to enhance learning outside the classroom. The school also focuses on community involvement, as seen in their collaboration with local businesses for playground refurbishments.
With a current overall attendance rate of 95.53%, Wheldon Infant School and Nursery strives to create a supportive atmosphere for both students and families. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at www.wheldoninfants.co.uk.
Useful links
- Welcome Letter 2025.pdf (download)
- Trip to Yorkshire Wildlife Park Year 1 and 2 Tuesday 8th July 2025.pdf (download)
- Walk to School Competition May 2025.pdf (download)
- Harvest Festival 2025 Reminder.pdf (download)
- Trip to Lotherton Hall Nursery Friday 4th July 2025.pdf (download)
- School Jotter 3 (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Wakefield
- Age range
- 3 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 135
- Pupils
- 174
- Boys
- 83
- Girls
- 91
- FSM %
- 16.90
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-04-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 174 | 83 | 91 | 135 | 16.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 175 | 92 | 83 | 135 | 19.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 168 | 88 | 80 | 135 | 18.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 168 | 88 | 80 | 135 | 18.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 153 | 78 | 75 | 135 | 17.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 157 | 85 | 72 | 135 | 16.90 |
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